MEGAN 2.0' Returns to Theaters in 2025 with Your New Favorite Slasher

 M3GAN sequel M3GAN 2.0, officially announced and titled this afternoon by Blumhouse and Atomic Monster, is in the works and will hit theatres on January 17, 2025!

Allison Williams and Violet McGraw return for the sequel, which is written by Akela Cooper (Malignant, M3GAN) and produced by James Wan.

Gerard Johnstone's M3GAN has proven to be a massive hit in theatres here in early 2023, surpassing $100 million at the global box office by the end of the week.

SPOILER WARNING: M3GAN concludes with the titular doll being destroyed, but if the Child's Play franchise has taught us anything, it's that killer dolls can never truly be killed!

Stay tuned for more information on M3GAN 2.0 as it becomes available.

M3GAN is an artificial intelligence marvel, a life-like doll programmed to be a child's best friend and a parent's best ally. M3GAN, designed by brilliant toy-company roboticist Gemma (Get Out's Allison Williams), can listen, watch, and learn as she transforms into the child's friend and teacher, playmate and protector.

Gemma is unsure and unprepared to be a parent when she is suddenly entrusted with her orphaned 8-year-old niece, Cady (Violet McGraw, The Haunting of Hill House). Under intense work pressure, Gemma decides to pair her M3GAN prototype with Cady in an attempt to solve both problems—a decision with unforeseeable consequences.

As per GBI, a trooper is in intensive care and the shooter was killed during a raid at a proposed APD training facility.

 A Georgia State Patrol trooper was shot and killed, and the protester who shot him, during a raid on the site of a proposed Atlanta Police Department training facility on Wednesday, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.

According to officials, the trooper was in the intensive care unit and had surgery at Grady Memorial Hospital. He was shot in the pelvic area while wearing a bulletproof vest at the time.

According to GBI Director Mike Register, several agencies conducted raids near the proposed facility that morning. As officers moved through the property, they discovered a man inside a tent in the woods.

The GBI released a photograph of the tent in which the suspect was discovered.

"We would just like to ask everyone to keep his family in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time," GSP Colonel Chris Wright said.

Officers with guns drawn and trained in the woods were seen by a Channel 2 Action News photographer. At least four people have been arrested, according to the GBI.

Building the training centre is good for the city, according to Register, but he supports the right to protest, even though he believes protesters have crossed the line several times.

"They're putting the community and the citizens in this area in danger," Register said.

Protesters disagreed with the GBI's account of the incident, telling Channel 2's Tom Jones that it was peaceful.

Many people have been outraged by the facility, which has been dubbed "Cop City" by protesters.

Protesters argue that the facility would be detrimental to the community and the environment. The proposed facility would occupy an 85-acre plot off Key Road in Atlanta's largest urban forest.

According to the GBI, the investigation is still ongoing.

There was still a significant police presence outside the proposed facility as of early Wednesday evening.

At the Critics' Choice Awards, pregnant Kaley Cuoco exclaims that her maternity attire "feels perfect."

At the Critics' Choice Awards, Kaley Cuoco experienced a unique pregnancy fashion moment.

The pregnant Flight Attendant actress, who is wearing a stunning black Dior Couture gown, attended the 28th annual Critics Choice Awards on Sunday. She expressed her appreciation for the long-sleeved black dress while posting pictures from the event on Instagram.

She tagged the upscale clothing company and said, "Thank you for this incredibly elegant, amazing outfit!" She thanked her glam staff for helping her feel "perfectly pregnant," adding, "Thank you guys."

Tom Pelphrey, her boyfriend, was by her side throughout the evening and shared a set of photos from the event praising his partner.

"Look at yourself. So. Stunning. ALWAYS, "He captioned the photos and tagged her team.

Cuoco and Pelphrey celebrated the arrival of their baby girl earlier this month with an extravagant, fun-filled baby shower. Briana Cuoco, Cuoco's sister, planned the event, which included a live band, a multi-course dinner, and dancing.

Tennis player Prakash Amritraj, former Bachelorette Ali Manno, and actress Ashley Aubra were among those in attendance, as were the actress's mother and father. Brad Pitt was also present to congratulate the happy couple.

Cuoco posted a series of photos from the party to Instagram, along with a caption about how much love she and Pelphrey were feeling.

"Last night we got to celebrate our future unicorn in the most magical environment with incredible friends, family, and animals," she wrote. "Thank you to a very special group of people who helped make it a night we'll all remember for the rest of our lives."

Cuoco is looking forward to seeing the two grow into their new roles as mom and dad, with sources telling PEOPLE that Pelphrey will be a "hands-on dad."

"Kaley is at ease with Tom as a mate and father, at ease with the significant change the baby will bring to their lives, and at ease with her work," the source said. "They are preparing for the impending arrival. She's in a good spot."

Pelphrey revealed to Extra in October that the couple is expecting their first child ""I'm overjoyed" to be having a baby girl: "It's the most incredible thing. Very fortunate... Very lucky... Very fortunate... Everyone is in good health. It's a lovely thing." 

The three daughters of Lisa Marie Presley will receive Graceland.

 Lisa Marie Presley's three daughters will receive Graceland, as she had wished.

Fans were left wondering who will inherit her father Elvis Presley's renowned estate after her abrupt and terrible death last week.

Riley Keough, 33, and twins Harper and Finley Lockwood, 14, would profit from the Memphis, Tennessee, property, which is owned by a trust, a Graceland official confirmed to People on Monday.

Not only did Lisa Marie grow up there, but Elvis passed away there in 1977 at the age of 42, leaving a daughter who was nine years old.

Lisa Marie, the only child of the King of Rock and Roll, received Graceland as part of her inheritance from a trust that expired on her 25th birthday in 1993, making her the sole owner of the property.

Lisa Marie, her mother Priscilla Presley, and the National Bank of Commerce decided to establish a new trust called The Elvis Presley Trust in order to continue the estate's excellent administration.

The trustees made the decision to make Graceland accessible to the general public throughout time by offering different tours and overnight stays.

Elvis paid $100,000 for the house in 1957. According to Rolling Stone, the value of the company might reach $500 million in 2020.

Lisa Marie insisted vehemently that the home remain in the family.

In 2013, she asserted, "Graceland was entrusted to me and will always be mine." "And then I gave it to my kids. Never will it be sold.

The Presley family said on Monday that a public memorial service will be held for the singer-songwriter on the front lawn of Graceland on Jan. 22 at 9 a.m.

Page Six was previously informed by family representatives that Lisa Marie would be buried there next to her father and son Benjamin Keough, who committed suicide at the age of 27 in July 2020.

Following a heart arrest at her Calabasas, California, home and "several codes" at West Hills Hospital and Medical Center, Lisa Marie passed away on Thursday at the age of 54.

We received unique information from insiders that there didn't seem to be any drugs present.

Riley and Benjamin were shared by Lisa Marie and Danny Keough, to whom she was wed from 1988 to 1994.

She and her husband from 2006 to 2016—Michael Lockwood—shared parenting of her twins.

Tom Brady says there is no deadline for a decision following the Bucs' defeat

 Tom Brady was among the first to leave Raymond James Stadium after the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 31-14 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Monday night in the wild-card round of the playoffs, keeping true to his promise that he wouldn't be "taking time to smell the roses" in what might have been his final game with the team and possibly in the NFL.

In his 23-year career, he had only lost in the first round of the playoffs three times. He looked down while rinsing the perspiration from his forehead and through his tangled hair. As the two made their way to the locker room, he hugged Bucs safety Logan Ryan, who played four seasons with Brady on the New England Patriots.

Brady, who, like he did for much of the season, failed to get much going offensively against Dallas without adequate protection or a ground game, said, "Not the way we wanted to end it, but we didn't deserve it." "I think highly of them. They executed the game well. A difficult night since they made far more plays than we did.

"I feel like there's a portion of football where you sometimes get lucky, but most of the time, the team that earns it wins, and they played [great] all year," says the player.

Brady cannot be franchise-tagged due to an expiring contract and a "no tag" clause; if the Buccaneers are unable to re-sign him, Brady will turn 45 and become an unrestricted free agent. If he decides to keep playing, he will be free to sign with any team.

Brady stated, "I'm going to go home and get as good of a night's sleep as I can tonight," adding that he had no set deadline for making a choice. "I've just been paying attention to this game. Just take each day as it comes. Truly."

Brady made the decision to end his career a year ago. But 40 days later, he changed his mind, writing in a social media post, "In the past two months, I've come to the realisation that I still belong on the field, not in the stands. That moment will arrive. But not right now."

When leaving the field on Monday night, was Brady feeling any different emotions than he did at the end of the previous campaign?

Before he started thanking everyone in the room, he stated, "It simply feels like the conclusion of the season." After three seasons, it seemed to sink him that this might be the last time he spent in Tampa.

"Just a little note of gratitude for everything you guys did this year. I truly value all of your efforts. You folks must be struggling, I know. I am aware that it is challenging for us players to persevere, "He went on. "You guys have a difficult job, and I appreciate everything you do to cover us. We appreciate the support of everyone who watches and follows the sport. I adore this institution. It's an excellent location."

Brady then started to tear up.

He thanked all of the regulars for their warm welcome. "And I sincerely appreciate the respect; I hope I returned the favour to you people. I appreciate it, very much."

Brady was thanked by a number of teammates in the locker room.

Inside linebacker Lavonte David, who will also be an unrestricted free agent, said that watching someone as a youngster and then having the opportunity to interact with him in the locker room and compete against him in practise are both surreal experiences. "You see why he is the guy he is, why he's so great at playing quarterback," David said.

David continued, "I'm grateful for him without a doubt. No matter what, you're the GOAT in my eyes, I told him.

David had played in the NFL for eight seasons prior to Brady's arrival before finally experiencing the playoffs; Brady led the Buccaneers to a Super Bowl triumph in Tampa in his first season there in 2020. Then, in 2021, the Bucs suffered a last-second 30-27 loss to be eliminated in the divisional round.

"He's a someone I've admired my entire life, and I've had the chance to learn from him in a variety of ways, including football and just the way he conducts himself in general. He always conducts himself with grace and humility, or at least he does most of the time "Brady, Cameron Brate remarked with a smile. Prior to joining up with Brady, the tight end had gone six seasons without making a playoff appearance. "It's fantastic that I was able to do that. Amazing fun was had playing with Tom. Who can predict what will occur with him. Like last year, I expect him to take some more time this year to decide what he's doing. But yet, it's been great."

running back rookie Brady was praised as a "amazing human being" by Rachaad White, who expressed similar gratitude.

White added that it was amazing to be able to play with him, get to know him, and just pick his brain about life in general. "Of course, it would be fantastic if he continued to play. But, you know, it's up to him. I recently turned 24 after all. He would be entering his 24th season. Ever since I was born, he has played in the league."

Score in the Cowboys vs. Buccaneers game: Dallas' offensive soars to victory, while Tampa Bay's struggles.

 After defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers by a score of 31-14 at Raymond James Stadium to round out Super Wild Card Weekend, the Dallas Cowboys advanced to the divisional round.

Beginning the game with straight three-and-outs, both offences displayed a slow start. On their third drive of the evening, Dallas finally came to life as Dak Prescott connected with Dalton Schultz for the game's opening touchdown. Dallas covered 80 yards in seven plays. After then, Tampa Bay started moving the ball and eventually made it all the way to the Cowboys five-yard line, which did appear to open the floodgates. Tom Brady, on the other hand, threw an interception to Jayron Kearse in the end zone at that same moment. One of the few successful Bucs possessions of the game and their lone attempt at a goal while the game was still in reach was that one. Dallas then scored three touchdowns on subsequent drives, contributing to the establishment of a 24-point margin.

Even when Tampa Bay finally found the end zone at the end of the third quarter with a Brady 30-yard touchdown pass to Julio Jones, the Cowboys answered with a nine-play, 66-yard touchdown drive to go up 31-6. That really eliminate any slight inkling that Brady may pull another miraculous comeback out of his helmet.

Prescott had an outstanding final stat line. He completed 25 of 33 passes for 305 yards and 4 touchdowns. In addition, he gained 24 yards on the ground and scored while rushing. His primary target that night was Schultz, who caught seven of his eight passes for a team-high 95 yards and two scores. Brady, meanwhile, completed 35 of 66 passes for 351 yards, two touchdowns, and a pick.

why the Cowboys prevailed

For a brief moment, it appeared as though Dallas might continue their Week 18 performance against Washington. Approximately 10 seconds into their first possession, they punted the ball away, and their subsequent drive ended in a three-and-out. Dak Prescott was unable to complete a pass at that time. The switch was then turned on.

The arm of Prescott, who ripped off 11 straight completions to set a new franchise playoff record, was the reason the Cowboys offence erupted. He ran three consecutive 80-yard touchdown drives during that period. Dalton Schultz scored the game's final touchdown in the first quarter, and Dak Prescott later scored on a clever fourth-and-goal play by Mike McCarthy. Prescott added the rushing touchdown in addition to throwing for 135 yards and a score during his 11-play winning streak.

Prescott didn't let up after that either, throwing two more touchdowns in quick succession to help Dallas go on a 24-0 run, one before and one after the break. Those touchdown drives covered 80, 80, 91, and 86 yards, tearing this Tampa Bay defence to pieces, so they weren't even layups. That advantage turned out to be more than enough to maintain a significant gap in front of Bucs. Even when they did eventually enter the end zone, Dallas made sure to put an end to any momentum they may have had by swiftly retaliating with a 66-yard touchdown drive to increase their lead to 31-6.

After a poor start on the first two drives, Dallas' offensive improved in crunch time, converting seven of their 11 third down opportunities and both of their fourth down attempts. Additionally, they were successful on all four of their visits into the red zone, while the Buccaneers were kept out of the end zone on only two of their three trips.

It's also noteworthy that Prescott did not throw a single interception in this game, which is notably relevant. That had been a problem for him throughout the regular season, and despite missing five games due to injury, he was tied for the league lead in interceptions. Dallas will remain dangerous if he can keep the opposing team's players off the ball.

The one significant drawback for the Cowboys in this game was the kicker Brett Maher, who missed four extra point tries on special teams.

The reasons the Buccaneers lost

The main debate surrounding the Buccaneers heading into these playoffs was whether or not they represented a legitimate postseason threat rather than just the division's worst consolation prize. By any stretch of the imagination, based on what we saw on Monday night, Tampa Bay did not appear to be a serious playoff candidate.

The offence was incredibly uninspired, and early on, Mike Evans in particular and Tom Brady both seemed to struggle to establish any sort of connection. The Bucs offence was unable to score before the end of the first half as the Cowboys cruised to a 24-0 lead, punting five times (three three-and-outs), having an interception in the end zone, and having time run out. The game was already over by the time they appeared on the scoreboard, and those who were still holding out hope for a comeback were doing so more because of the quarterback's track record than because of what they were actually doing on the field.

Tampa Bay's running game was nonexistent, as it has been all season, which inevitably affects how defenders approach the ball. The Buccaneers were not getting much out of a backfield that rushed for 24 yards on seven carries in the first half before they abandoned the run to try and get themselves back into this matchup.

The defence also didn't exactly ring the bell, and the offence continues to have its fair share of problems. They were unable to leave the field as Dallas tore them apart for protracted, agonising drives and, in particular, broke down in crucial parts of the field. No one followed Dak Prescott as he slid out to his left and simply walked in for a touchdown, which caused the entire defence to bite on the play. Brady's 30-yard touchdown pass to Julio Jones after Tampa Bay had finally entered the end zone was one of the more heartbreaking moments of this defeat. Dallas made quick progress down the field, reaching the Buccaneers' 18-yard line before electing to try for it on the next play. CeeDee Lamb was given an open field for the score that put Tampa Bay down by 25 due to a complete breakdown in coverage on that particular play.

Tom Brady is on his fourth straight one-and-done postseason journey. Now, everyone will be watching the quarterback to see what he does next. While there will be plenty of time to study all that, this was a game — and a season — to forget for TB12.

pivotal moment

There were a few pivotal swings in this game, as there are in most games. Brady's interception in the end zone was obviously a huge speed bump that flattened the Bucs offense's tyres. Since joining Tampa Bay, he had never thrown an interception in the red zone, but that one ended the longest streak (407 attempts) in NFL history.

That error was made worse by the fact that it occurred between two Cowboys touchdowns.

Even if the quarterback was the target of that swing, Todd Bowles made a choice in the first half that should be questioned. Following that interception, the Bucs found themselves down by 12 points but were starting to find their offensive rhythm. When they faced a fourth-and-3 after starting at their own 25-yard line, Bowles decided to send out the punting unit. They then moved the ball to midfield. That should have been the time to keep the unit on the field and go for it because the offence had started to show signs of life and because of where they were on the field.

They instead turned the ball over, and Dallas drove 91 yards down the field to take an 18-point lead. Bowles could have played a little more aggressively in a playoff game like this one rather than playing it safe, especially when his team started to gain some momentum.

Undoubtedly, Prescott's second passing touchdown of the evening was his best. He was forced out to his left and rolling towards the sideline because his initial reads were locked up and pressure was coming up the middle. He then twisted his body to attempt an off-balanced pass that zipped directly into Schulz's arms. Right before the break, Dallas put together a 91-yard touchdown drive that gave them the lead they would need to secure the victory.

Prescott joined the likes of legends Troy Aikman and Roger Staubach by passing for four touchdowns in this game, tying a Cowboys postseason record. Additionally, Prescott recorded the highest passing rating (143.3) in a playoff game for the Cowboys (min. 20 attempts).

Next steps

Next Sunday at 6:30 p.m. ET, the Cowboys will prepare for their divisional-round game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. As Brady, who will soon be a free agent, decides what to do, the Buccaneers are ready to embark on what is sure to be a transformative summer.

Five Californian Regions to Watch as Another Storm Approaches

 Sacramento, California California has been battered by storms for more than two weeks, and another is expected for the holiday weekend. Since late December, the constant rain and its effects—flooded homes, destroyed automobiles, felled power lines, and more—have killed at least 19 people and impacted the lives of millions more.

Almost none of the storms, according to experts, would have been called disastrous on their own, but the relentless beating has damaged California's terrain. Mudslides are more likely to occur on soil that is presently struggling to retain water. Trees have collapsed as a result of recent severe winds. Additionally, the constant rain has converted once-tame rivers into raging floods.

Peninsula of Monterey

The peninsula is the distinctive coastal outcrop of Monterey County. It is located about 100 miles south of San Francisco, has 50,000 residents, and is a popular tourist attraction that is home to the cities of Carmel, Monterey, Pacific Grove, and Pebble Beach.

The peninsula has being closely monitored as storms continue to batter the Central Coast. Through Sunday night, the region can expect thunderstorms and between a half and one inch of rain, with rain continuing into Monday.

The Salinas Valley, located inland from the peninsula, has seen significant flooding, and the county continues to have ongoing evacuation orders for several locations between the Salinas and Carmel rivers. According to Maia Carroll, the Monterey County's communications coordinator, more than 100 individuals were staying in evacuation shelters on Saturday. Since the start of the flooding last Monday, several residents have evacuated their homes.

On Sunday, there were no evacuation orders for the Monterey Peninsula, but authorities in the whole county remained on high alert in case the major rivers flooded again.

The worries brought back memories of 1995, when the peninsula's highways were totally blocked off from the rest of the county due to flooding. Highways 1 and 68, the primary entrances to the area, are vulnerable to floods if the Salinas River overflows.

Mountains in Santa Cruz

Concerns in the hard-hit Santa Cruz County, a coastal region south of San Jose, include flooding in the lowlands, a rising tide at the coast, and falling trees, but Dave Reid, director of the Santa Cruz County Office of Response, Recovery & Resilience, noted that the mountains were especially vulnerable to the effects of additional rain.

In mountainous areas, he said, "the challenge for us right now is that any quantity of rain, even modest rains, might bring road collapses, landslides." Since the land has already absorbed so much rain over the past few weeks, it is unable to absorb much more, increasing the risk of mudslides and damaged roadways.

In the Santa Cruz Mountains, rain was predicted throughout the remainder of Sunday and into Monday morning, with a chance of showers extending into Monday afternoon.

Daniel DeLong's main worries are falling trees and mudslides.

The latest storms, according to DeLong, 56, a retired firefighter who lives in Ben Lomond, California, a small town in the Santa Cruz Mountains, were "far more extreme" than anything he has seen in the three decades he has been there. On acres of land covered in soaring Douglas firs and Redwoods, his family lives.

DeLong remarked, "They could just come down and cut your house in half."

In the previous two weeks, a few smaller trees had fallen on his land, but they didn't cause any significant harm.

His home is less susceptible to mudslides and falling rocks, but the neighbourhood has seen road closures due to mudslides. DeLong claimed that if more roads failed, his family might become stranded on their land.

Sierra Nevada region/Lake Tahoe

In the previous week, the Sierra Nevada received more than 8 feet of snow. Mountain communities in the Lake Tahoe region are designed to weather severe winter storms and have a fleet of snow removal vehicles and avalanche experts on hand. On a holiday weekend, though, when that much snow falls and thousands of people arrive seeking a winter escape in the Tahoe region, one of the most well-liked locations for downhill skiing in the nation, issues worsen.

On Sunday morning, congested traffic slowly climbed two-lane highways in the direction of the ski resorts to the north of Lake Tahoe. The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning on Sunday, predicting 8 to 18 more inches of snow to fall by Tuesday along with wind gusts of up to 80 mph on exposed ridge tops in the Sierra.

On Monday, when more snowfall was anticipated to disrupt road conditions, California Department of Transportation officials pleaded with motorists to exercise patient as they returned home across high mountain passes. Gilbert Mohtes-Chan, a public information officer for Caltrans District 3, warned of prolonged delays and slow moving traffic.

Mohtes-Chan claimed that the roads were "crazy" with numerous spinouts and accidents as Interstate 80 and Highway 50 encountered delays and sporadic closures on Saturday due to heavy snowfall. People leapt out of their automobiles to play in the snow as they were stalled in traffic, disregarding the fact that they were on a major road where big snowploughs and heavy machinery needed access. Mohtes-Chan stated, "People need to slow down and be patient, and they'll get to their destination.

On the plus side, the snowpack currently contains as much water as it did during some of the worst winters in recent memory. The Sierra is effectively a sizable reservoir for the entire state of California; on average, the snowpack in the Sierra provides 30% of the state's water; in the spring, snowmelt ensures that water continues to flow when the weather becomes dry.

County of Los Angeles

A record-breaking 1.8 inches of rain fell in Downtown Los Angeles on Saturday. The storm only caused little damage to the city and its environs: a tree downed numerous automobiles, while a mudslide's rock and other debris stopped traffic. Up to 6 inches of water might accumulate in streets due to tidal surges near the beach, especially in Long Beach. Additionally, the sinkhole that swallowed two vehicles last week in the Chatsworth district of north Los Angeles has only grown larger, now spanning almost the full width of the road.

Los Angeles County Public Works director Mark Pestrella summarised the issue as "10,000 tiny cuts across the county." However, they all add up. He said that fixing the road system's sinkholes and cracked pavement would cost close to $200 million.

Still, according to Capt. Sheila Kelliher-Berkoh of the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Los Angeles has fared significantly better than other regions of the state. We certainly have our share of problems, but things could be worse, she noted.

The Los Angeles River, according to Kelliher-Berkoh, is one of the department's top concerns. The river, which was frequently merely a strip of dry concrete cutting through the centre of the city to the south, she added, turned into a 10-foot-deep torrent during the rains. Children and homeless people who are camped close to the banks are especially vulnerable to this flow since they don't realise how strong it is.

The County Fire Department is also keeping a careful eye on regions that have recently been hit by wildfires since burn scar areas have loose soil that is ideal for mudslides.

Calaveras County

The county, which is home to about 300,000 people and is located in the San Joaquin Valley about 130 miles east of San Jose, has had some of the state's most dreadful weather, with last week's flooding forcing hundreds of people to leave their homes. Planada, a small farming village 90 minutes outside Yosemite National Park, was one of the hardest-hit locations.

The county, which is a section of California's Central Valley, has received more rain this month than it did in January of last year, when the state was experiencing a drought. On Sunday, the storm conditions in the area subsided, but the people were prepared for another round of heavy rain and potential floods. Rain is anticipated to fall all day Monday.

The California National Guard and the county's Office of Emergency Services collaborated this past weekend during a brief break to repair and reinforce the region's main rivers, including Bear Creek, which flooded last week.

Storm drains were cleaned up and levees throughout the valley were repaired as emergency personnel raced to pump out floodwater before the situation deteriorated further.

This weekend, the Merced County Sheriff's Office, local volunteers, and Red Cross personnel had the chance to provide food and water to weary neighbours as the county's evacuation orders were removed and the roads started to reopen.

Former Republican candidate detained in shootings that targeted the houses of Democratic lawmakers

 The guy who Albuquerque police believe to be the "mastermind" behind a recent spate of shootings that targeted the houses of Democratic politicians was detained on Monday.

The suspect, Republican Solomon Pena, ran unsuccessfully for office in November. He has often claimed that the election was rigged and he appears to have been present at the violence in Washington, D.C. on January 6, 2021.

APD's SWAT team surrounded a condominium building close to the ABQ BioPark Zoo at around 3 p.m. to carry out a search warrant. Drones soared overhead as they made announcements for Pena, who they claimed might be carrying a gun, to surrender.

Police Chief Harold Medina reported Monday night that within an hour, officers had apprehended Pena, who is accused of hiring four individuals to fire shots at the residences of two county commissioners and two state lawmakers. Additionally, according to the investigators, Pena was present for at least one of the shootings.

Jose Trujillo, one of the four men Pena is accused of recruiting, is facing federal charges related to drug trafficking and firearms, although the other suspects' names were withheld at first.

Pena, who was a candidate for the House District 14 seat but lost, asserted on social media that he ought to have won. In November, he went unannouncedly to the houses of three of the targeted officials and complained that the election was invalid.

Mayor Tim Keller stated during a news conference that "APD basically found what we had all feared and what we had assumed — that these shootings were indeed politically motivated." They were dangerous assaults on democracy in general as much as on these particular people.

Republican House Leader Ryan Lane and Democratic Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham both released comments praising law enforcement and denouncing violence.

According to Lujan Grisham, "violence against any elected person or their family has no place in our society or our democracy, and I have faith that the legal system will hold those guilty for such crimes fully and fairly accountable."

Lane mentioned Pena's criminal record, which was a contentious topic during the campaign, and expressed the gratitude of the New Mexico House Republicans that no one was hurt in the shootings.

This is another another instance of a convicted criminal obtaining a firearm illegally that they are not allowed to own or carry and utilising it to hurt the public, according to Lane.

Democrat targets

Early in January, APD reported that it was looking into a number of shootings that had targeted the houses of Democratic elected figures in the city.

They claimed that on December 4, eight bullets struck the home of Bernalillo County Commissioner Adriann Barboa in Southeast Albuquerque, and a week later, on December 11, more than 12 rounds struck the home of County Commissioner Debbie O'Malley in North Valley.

On January 3, three bullets entered the bedroom of state representative Linda Lopez's 10-year-old daughter as she slept after shots rang out at her home in Southwest Albuquerque.

State Representative Javier Martnez, who is running for speaker of the House and represents District 11 in Southwest Albuquerque, noticed that his home had also been shot at after hearing about the inquiry. On December 8, he heard gunfire outside his house, and he believes that's when the shooting took place.

Gunshots were also heard near Ral Torrez's campaign office as he ran for state attorney general as well as the office of state senator Antonio "Moe" Maestas. However, a department spokesman stated on Monday that there is currently no evidence connecting Pena and his alleged accomplices to those shootings.

The Jaguars' victory after falling behind 27-0 was the NFL's fifth-largest comeback.

 On Saturday night in Jacksonville, the Jaguars overcame a 27-0 first-half deficit to win 31-30 on a field goal with seconds remaining, the fifth-largest comeback in NFL history.

In the past month, two of the top five comebacks in NFL history have occurred: The largest comeback in NFL history occurred on December 17, when the Colts led the Vikings 33-0 at the half before the Vikings came back to win 39-36 in overtime.

The largest comeback in NFL history before the Vikings-Colts game was a 32-point victory over the Bills in OT on January 3, 1993, after the Houston Oilers had taken an early 35-3 lead.

There have also been two 28-point comebacks in the NFL. On January 4, 2014, the Colts were down 38-10 to the Chiefs in a playoff game, but they rallied to win 45-44. Additionally, on December 7, 1980, Joe Montana and the 49ers came back to defeat the Saints 38-35 despite Archie Manning and the Saints having a 35-7 halftime advantage.

The Jaguars' comeback now ranks among the greatest comebacks in NFL history, with those previous games.

Crowned as Miss Universe is Miss USA R'Bonney Gabriel.

 On Saturday night, R'Bonney Gabriel of the United States was named the 71st Miss Universe.

Amanda Dudamel from Venezuela and Andrena Martnez from the Dominican Republic lost out to Gabriel, who last year made history by becoming the first Filipino-American to win Miss USA.

In New Orleans, Louisiana, 84 ladies from around the world competed for the title in the pageant.

The tournament ended on Saturday night, with eliminations reducing the number of competitors until only the final two remained.

She was questioned when Gabriel made it into the Top 5 "Mothers and married women are now eligible to compete this year thanks to a recent inclusive adjustment made by Miss Universe. What other modification would you like to see, and why?"

In her response, Gabriel expressed her desire for the contest's age restrictions to be raised.

"Given that I am 28 years old, I would like to see a rise in age. The oldest age to compete is that one. And I consider it to be lovely. If not now, when? is one of my favourite quotations. Because I feel that age does not determine who we are as women. It's not tomorrow or yesterday; it's right now. Time to act is now "She spoke.

Gabriel, a model, fashion designer, and sewing instructor from Houston, places a high value on the environment.

Earlier in the pageant, Gabriel wore a red-orange cape that she had coloured herself and was designed to seem like a phoenix rising, with the phrase "if not now, then when." Her father's counsel to act on one's ambitions, dreams, and desires served as the basis for the words.

The Top 3 contestants were questioned on how, if they won the crown, they would work to promote Miss Universe as an empowering and progressive organisation during the competition's final question and answer session.

By reducing pollution and using recycled materials in the creation of garments, Gabriel stressed her desire to be a "transformational leader" and a force for good in the fashion business.

"I give sewing lessons to women who have escaped domestic abuse and human trafficking. I say this because it is crucial to invest in others, in our community, and in using your special skill to change the world "Gabriel uttered.

Every one of us possesses something unique, and when we sow those seeds in the lives of others, we transform them and use it as a catalyst for change.

After businesswoman and champion for transgender rights Anne Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip purchased the Miss Universe Organization for $20 million in October, JKN Global Group PCL, a media distribution firm with headquarters in Thailand, conducted the competition for the first time this year.

Jakkaphong, the first female owner of the pageant, has been outspoken about her experiences as a transgender woman.

She appeared on stage to commemorate Thailand's Anna Sueangam-devotion iam's to social justice by presenting her with the ImpactWayv Challenge winner.

A tribute to her poor beginnings and her parents' jobs as garbage collectors, Miss Thailand had caused waves during the preliminary stages of the contest wearing a garment constructed of soda tabs.

Gabriel's identity was incorrect in an earlier draught of this article. She became Miss USA for the first time as a Filipino-American.