Thursday afternoon, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) was commenting on the recent passing of wrestler Hulk Hogan when a protester yelled several expletive-laced insults at him referencing the “Alligator Alcatraz” immigration detention facility in the Everglades and calling the governor a “pedophile.”

The news broke earlier Thursday that Hogan, 71, had passed away at his home in Clearwater, Florida from cardiac arrest. Hogan, whose real name was Terry Gene Bollea, made a memorable appearance at the Republican National Convention last summer showing his support for President Donald Trump’s campaign.

DeSantis was speaking at an event in Bradenton, about an hour south of Hogan’s residence in Clearwater. The 46-year-old governor shared some of his memories of Hogan, calling him “a major icon for anybody in GenX…anyone growing up in the ’80s and the ’90s” and a “superhero,” especially for Florida kids. While DeSantis reminisced about watching Hogan perform in movies and Wrestlemania programs as a child, he was interrupted by a man in the audience yelling at him something about “Alligator Alcatraz.”

The ICE detention facility has been extremely controversial for its reported abuses of detainees, hundreds of millions of dollars in lucrative contracts going to GOP donors and other DeSantis allies, lack of audits and other Florida law-mandated transparency, environmental harm to a national park’s fragile ecosystem, and impact on local Miccosukee and Seminole ceremonial sites and tribal lands.

“Hey, stop, stop, stop, I’m –” DeSantis said, pointing back at the heckler.

“Is that your fucking legacy?” the man shouted. “You bow down to a fucking pedophile! You’re a pedophile!”

“Get out of here,” said DeSantis. “Get out of here.”

The heckler continued, shouting accusations about DeSantis and President Donald Trump.”All of you are fucking Nazis! Fuck you all!”

DeSantis resumed speaking as the man was reportedly taken out of the room by security, yelling one more “Fucking Nazis!” at the governor as he exited.

Watch the video above, via X.

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If you get an urgent message about running out of cloud storage—the consequences of which involve losing your photos or documents—you may be the target of a scam. The Federal Trade Commission is alerting consumers to a phishing scheme involving emails and text messages claiming that your cloud storage with services like Apple, Google, and Microsoft is full. The end goal of threat actors is to get you to click a link under the guise of clearing or upgrading your storage, which ultimately leads to you handing over personal information (like your account username and password) or downloading malware to your device.

How the cloud storage scam works

As MalwareTips describes, cloud storage scam emails typically have urgent subject links like "Your iCloud account may be at risk" to provoke an emotional response that spurs you to act without thinking. The messages may come from an email address that looks real but is just a little bit off (from [at]applesecurity[dot]com rather than [at]apple[dot]com, for example) and include official logos or other branding. The email body may have a time-sensitive upgrade offer—again, creating a sense of urgency—and a call to action, such as an "Upgrade Storage Now" button.

Any message that brings up a strong emotion or makes you feel like you need to act fast is likely a scam, even if it appears to come from a legitimate sender. As I've written about, threat actors can capitalize on vulnerabilities allowing them to spoof or impersonate organizations like Google.

You may see legitimate cloud storage alerts, such as banners, when you're logged into various services (like Gmail), but your best bet if you get an email or text about running out of cloud space is to go directly to the source to check your balance. Do not pass go, and do not click any links.

How to check your cloud storage space

If you're a Google user, you can view and manage your cloud storage in your Google One Storage Manager (you must be logged into your Google account). This shows you how much storage you've used and how much you have remaining plus a breakdown of the Google services that are taking up your allotment and suggestions for clearing additional space.

Note that if you have multiple Google accounts, each will have its own storage allotment, and you can toggle between them by tapping your profile photo in the upper right corner. Personal accounts with Google receive 15 GB of storage for free, with options to pay for additional space. If you run out, you won't be able to upload or create files in Drive, send or receive emails in Gmail, or back up photos or videos to Google Photos.

If you have an iCloud storage account, you can check the remaining space under Settings > [your name] > iCloud on your iPhone or iPad or via the Apple menu > System Settings > [your name] > iCloud > Manage on your Mac. On Windows, open iCloud for Windows and scroll to the bar graph. Again, you must be logged into your Apple account. iCloud comes with 5 GB of free storage. Once that's full—and if you don't add more space—your device will cease iCloud backups, uploads to iCloud photos and iCloud Drive, and updates to iCloud apps. And you won't be able to send and receive emails with your iCloud address.

Finally, Microsoft 365 comes with 5 GB of free cloud storage with OneDrive and 15 GB of mailbox storage. To check your usage, sign into your Microsoft account on your device and select the Microsoft storage icon. You can also upgrade to add more space.

Rep. Jim Himes (D-CT) suggested that people could “die” as a result of President Donald Trump accusing former President Barack Obama of treason.

Himes joined MSNBC’s Nicolle Wallace on Tuesday where he argued that accusations from Trump and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard against Obama could be the foundation for a new Jan. 6 Capitol riot-like event. Himes dismissed the claims from Trump and Gabbard as a “distraction” from fallout over the “Epstein Files.”

The lawmaker said:

What troubles me most about this, Nicolle, is that I’m standing in a spot that on January 6, 2021, was overrun by a violent mob intent on hanging the vice president and killing people like me, and it was all driven by a lie propagated by Donald Trump. And now we’re seeing that playbook again. And my only question is, when people like Tulsi Gabbard and Donald Trump accuse a president of a capital crime that is punishable by death, who is going to die? Who is going to die because they’ve decided that they need a distraction away from the Epstein calamity which they brought upon themselves?

Gabbard accused Obama and other officials in his administration of being involved in a “treasonous conspiracy” against Trump.

According to Gabbard, Obama and others used a probe into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election to target Trump and “subvert the will of the American voters.” Multiple intelligence agencies did determine Russia made efforts to influence the 2016 election. Gabbard has cited documents now claiming that Russia didn’t “have the tools, the capability, or the intent to try to change the outcome of the US presidential election.”

At the White House this week, Trump flat-out accused Obama of treason, something Himes said could provoke fringe people. The lawmaker predicted there will be no practical movement on prosecuting Obama or anyone else as prosecutors would be “laughed out” of courts.

He argued:

When you use language like treason, and I mean, go into my social media feeds because I’ve been trying to tell the truth about this ever since Tulsi put out this staggeringly disprovable and instantly disproval lie, when you start using the kind of language, the language of treason and of somebody being a traitor, some tiny percentage of the population is just crazy enough to decide that they need to do something about it. And again, it’s what happened where I am standing right now on January 6, 2021. The statements of a president have some power.

Watch above via MSNBC.

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You've probably heard of the upstart tech brand Nothing by now, but if you haven't, here's a quick TLDR: The UK-based tech startup aims to make products like cellphones and headphones that incorporate innovative features and designs that are an incredible value for the money. The company just released their new smartwatch this month, the CMF Watch 3 Pro, and it's already discounted by 20%. Originally $99, you can now grab one for $79, unsurprisingly the lowest price since the recent release.

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The CMF Watch 3 Pro is designed for "everyday users and casual fitness explorers" and just given the price, its already a strong contender for best budget smartwatch/fitness tracker of 2025. The most impressive aspect of this watch is its direct ChatGPT integration: You can use voice prompts to ask the chatbot questions or set reminders, among other things. One neat feature is its ability to record voices and auto-transcribe conversations or notes (great for work meetings or class). How well it works, though, remains a bit of an open question, as it has yet to be widely reviewed.

If you've used the CMF Watch 2 Pro, you'll already be familiar with the design, which hasn't changed much. It's still got a round display with a rotating crown on the top right, thought the display is a bit bigger—1.43 inches compared to the Watch 2 Pro's 1.32 inches. Nothing kept the auto brightness adjustment, which is determined by the built-in sensor and makes it very practical to walk outdoors from a dimmer indoor setting and vice versa. They also kept the dual-band GPS support with access to five satellite systems, providing greater accuracy when tracking your outdoor activities.

The real upgrades come mainly from the software. The Watch 3 Pro has over 130 sport modes, compared to 120 on the older model. The battery now lasts 13 days with a single charge, which is two days longer than before. It's certainly in the running for the best sub-$100 smartwatch you can buy right now.

Former President Barack Obama’s top speechwriter needed just four words to fire back at President Donald Trump’s repeated threats to jail his predecessor.

“Then arrest him, pussy,” Jon Favreau commented on a video of Trump’s latest screed against Obama, during which he pledged to prosecute the 44th president for treason.

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Trump’s latest threats against Obama come after DNI boss Tulsi Gabbard claimed to have uncovered documents that prove Obama and those in his inner circle pushed the notion that Russia was trying to interfere in the 2016 election.

Gabbard has reportedly sent a criminal referral to the Department of Justice.

Gabbard’s accusations have been met with major skepticism by numerous critics, with some accusing the administration of setting up a smokescreen to distract the public from the administration’s “Epstein Files” woes.

Watch above via Fox News.

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From 1969 to 2025, the idea of vibrating your way to fitness just won't go away. Whatever shape they take, vibration plates are a relentless wellness trend, with influencers claiming they'll transform your body with minimal effort.

Both Lifehacker's senior health editor Beth Skwarecki and I have previously busted those myths. While your muscles do contract during the vibrating experience, these aren't the same type of contractions that build substantial strength or burn meaningful calories. After all, if something sounds too good to be true on social media, it probably is. But does that mean it's completely without merit?

Given all this context, I still gave my vibration plate a shot. I wasn't expecting to get a new set of legs, but I wanted to see what these devices actually do when used consistently in real-world conditions.

My 90-day vibration experiment

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My approach was deliberately simple and sustainable. Every day for 90 days, I committed to 10 minutes on the vibration plate. I kept myself engaged with light squats, calf raises, or simply standing in different positions while the machine did its thing. Most evenings, I'd park myself on the plate while watching TV, listening to music, or simply zoning out at the end of a long day. It became a ritual—a small pocket of time that was entirely mine.

The beauty of this routine wasn't in its intensity but in its consistency. Ten minutes felt manageable even on the busiest days. Sometimes I'd be actively moving, other times I'd just stand there and let the vibrations wash over me like a full-body massage. There was something oddly meditative about surrendering to the mechanical rhythm.

The unexpected brain benefits

After three months, my legs look and feel exactly the same. As expected. My strength hadn't dramatically improved, and I wasn't suddenly running faster or jumping higher. But the most interesting effect wasn't physical at all.

I loved the way the vibration plate cleared my head. Maybe it was placebo, or perhaps more about the ritual than the vibrating itself, but I found this device tickled my brain in an amazing way—and I'm not alone. Scrolling through comments on vibration plate videos or Reddit threads, tons of people share this sentiment, particularly when it comes to their ADHD symptoms.

I have ADHD myself, and those 10 minutes became a reset button for my scattered thoughts. Whether I'd had a stressful day at work or felt overwhelmed by endless tasks, stepping onto that vibrating platform seemed to shake loose the mental static. My racing mind would slow down, and I'd feel a little more more centered and focused.

What the science says

Since this was all wildly anecdotal and subjective, I wanted to understand if there was any research backing this up. A small study from 2014 found promising effects of whole body vibration on attention in both healthy individuals and adults with ADHD. More research is needed, but their theories suggest that the sensory input from vibration might help regulate an overactive mind, similar to how fidget tools can help people with ADHD concentrate.

I'd love to see more research about the effects of vibration plates specifically on people with ADHD and other attention disorders. For now, all I know is that it felt like it calmed my mind in ways I hadn't expected. The vibration plate didn't transform my physique, but the gentle shaking sure was like a fidget spinner for my brain.

The bottom line

The wellness industry loves to oversell simple solutions, and vibration plates are no exception. Still, I sincerely enjoy my vibration plate as a recovery tool and relaxation device (rather than a fitness game-changer). It's become part of my wind-down routine, like bedtime reading or yoga. The physical benefits might be minimal, but the mental ones are noteworthy enough for me.

If you're considering a vibration plate, adjust your expectations accordingly. Don't expect miraculous muscle gains or dramatic weight loss. But if you're looking for a unique way to decompress, manage stress, or quiet a busy mind, these devices might offer unexpected value.

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Fox News contributor Andy McCarthy torched Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard over her characterization of new emails she’s released to the public and the criminal referral she’s made to the Department of Justice.

In a press release headlined “New Evidence of Obama Administration Conspiracy to Subvert President Trump’s 2016 Victory and Presidency,” Gabbard’s office asserted that she had “revealed overwhelming evidence that demonstrates how, after President Trump won the 2016 election against Hillary Clinton, President [Barack] Obama and his national security cabinet members manufactured and politicized intelligence to lay the groundwork for what was essentially a years-long coup against President [Donald] Trump.”

Then on Monday, Fox reported that Gabbard had sent a “criminal referral” to the Department of Justice to pursue an investigation of Obama and prominent members of his administration.

In a column for National Review, McCarthy expressed his disapproval ofGabbard’s handling of the matter.

“Do Trump intelligence officials speak with each other? Does Tulsi Gabbard, the director of national intelligence, read the reports generated by the Central Intelligence Agency? There is good reason to wonder,” mused McCarthy in his lede.

“No new light is shed on this episode by Gabbard’s email disclosures last Friday, which, unsurprisingly, were accompanied by an overwrought and misleading press release rather than an analytical report. Perhaps that is because Gabbard’s intelligence community peer, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, did issue an analytical report just a few days earlier that contradicts Gabbard’s implication that there was no evidence of Russian interference in the 2016 election,” he argued before continuing:

The public position of President Trump and his most ardent supporters — the position that Gabbard reiterates — is that Russiagate was a total hoax, a complete fabrication by Democrats, without a shred of truth to it, concocted to undermine his presidency. This has always been a foolish stance.

Russia habitually tries to influence American politics, including electoral politics, just as our government has for decades intruded in the politics of the Soviet Union and post-Soviet Russia. (In fact, the Obama administration’s support of the revolt that ousted Ukraine’s democratically elected, pro-Russian regime in 2013–14 motivated both Putin’s 2014 annexation of Crimea and the 2016 denigration of Clinton, Obama’s former secretary of state.) Russia’s efforts in this regard, and specifically in 2016, have been laughably ineffective; that doesn’t mean they haven’t happened at all.

The Democrats’ caterwauling that Russia stole the 2016 election from Clinton was nonsense. It has long been widely recognized for what it was: a fever dream by which Democrats sought to avoid conceding the true cause of the party’s loss — its nomination of a deeply unpopular, scandal-scarred, politically flat-footed candidate. Yet, by claiming that there was no evidence of Russian interference, the Trump camp invites correction (including, now, from the Trump administration’s own CIA) and thereby turns into a matter of consequence something that was utterly inconsequential.

Reflecting on Gabbard’s claims that “the facts reveal this new assessment [i.e., the ICA] was based on information that was known by those involved to be manufactured i.e. the Steele Dossier or deemed as not credible. This was politicized intelligence that was used as the basis for countless smears seeking to delegitimize President Trump’s victory, the years-long Mueller investigation, two Congressional impeachments, high-level officials being investigated, arrested, and thrown in jail, heightened US-Russia tensions, and more,” McCarthy observed:

Down here on Planet Earth, the use of the Steele dossier has been roundly condemned in government investigations (as it was in Ratcliffe’s new report). The Mueller probe, despite being staffed by anti-Trump partisans, concluded that there was no evidence of Trump-Russia collusion and did not delve into the dossier and the FISA debacle. No one who was prosecuted as a result of the Mueller investigation was charged with offenses related to the Steele dossier or the ICA. Trump’s two impeachments pertained to Ukraine and the Capitol riot — neither had anything to do with Russiagate or the 2016 ICA. And while it is characteristic of Gabbard to blame the United States for “heightened US-Russia tensions,” they have in fact been heightened because of Russia’s annexation of its neighbors’ territories and the monstrous war crimes it has committed in Ukraine.

McCarthy is the author of Ball of Collusion: The Plot to Rig an Election and Destroy a Presidency, a book about how the Clinton campaign and Obama administration colluded to help the former prevail against Trump.

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