'Saturday Night Live' Takes Jabs at Trump's 'Patriot Games' ... And Epstein Files Redaction

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"Saturday Night Live" is once again parodying President Donald Trump -- this time, taking jabs at his recent holiday speech that included the announcement of his "Patriot Games" ... in light of the Jeffrey Epstein files dropping Friday.

James Austin Johnson opens the show in his famed Trump attire, standing in front of an identical fireplace as 47 was late last week ... and immediately mocks his 'Hunger Games' idea. He says, "What’s the best way to distract from the Epstein files? I know, invite a bunch of teenagers to my house!" As you know, his "Patriot Games" is meant to showcase elite high school athletes.

The actor took another shot at Trump by criticizing his name being added to the Kennedy Center, saying in character ... "People are saying, 'Why are you putting your name on so many buildings?’ And I say it’s because we had to take it off of so many files, Epstein redacted. We had so many Trumps in there!”

This likely references the suspicion that several files -- at least 16 files, according to AP -- have gone MIA from the Justice Department’s Epstein Files drop from Friday. This reportedly includes a snapshot of Trump and images that show a painting depicting nude women.

Internet sleuths caught on to the allegedly vanished pic of Trump earlier Saturday, and Democrats on the House Oversight Committee publicly questioned Attorney General Pam Bondi about it. So far, no word back ...

Guess Who This Jet-Setting Superstar Is!

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Some stars just have things to do and places to be ... can you guess who this jet-setting star is?!

We ran into this dude while he was heading out of LAX ... and he must've really had some big event to catch ... because he cut right through a group of his fans and strolled right to his ride.

To be fair, he did sign a few autographs, but he didn't seem too amused when he was asked a question about people wearing MAGA hats ... he's more of a Kangol type of guy!

Waymo Self-Driving Cars Left Stalled on Major Roads During SF Power Outage

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3:53 PM PT -- A Waymo spokesperson tells TMZ ... “We are resuming ride-hailing service in the San Francisco Bay Area. Yesterday’s power outage was a widespread event that caused gridlock across San Francisco, with non-functioning traffic signals and transit disruptions. While the failure of the utility infrastructure was significant, we are committed to ensuring our technology adjusts to traffic flow during such events.

“Throughout the outage, we closely coordinated with San Francisco city officials. We are focused on rapidly integrating the lessons learned from this event, and are committed to earning and maintaining the trust of the communities we serve every day.”

San Francisco was hit with a major power outage Saturday night, turning the whole city into darkness and dangerously stalling a ton of self-driving Waymo taxis.

The citywide outage forced Waymo to halt its driverless car service, stranding the autonomous vehicles in the middle of the streets and intersections, according to pedestrians posting videos on X Saturday.

A Waymo spokesperson tells TMZ that ride-hailing services have been "temporarily suspended" due to the outage. They added, "Our teams are working diligently and in close coordination with city officials to monitor infrastructure stability, and we are hopeful to bring our services back online soon.”

SFGATE reports the company had to shut down its operation at around 8 p.m. due to the cars being unable to operate without traffic signals.

According to online footage, at least four Waymo vehicles were parked in the middle of an intersection with their hazards on, creating a large traffic jam at the busy intersection in the North Beach neighborhood.

SFGATE reports thousands of San Franciscans still remain without power on Sunday morning, as PG&E crews continue to work to restore electricity after a now nearly day-long outage.

We've reached out to Waymo, so far, no word back.

South African Massacre 9 People Dead, 10 Injured .... In 2nd Recent Mass Shooting

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Nearly a dozen gunmen reportedly opened fire outside a bar in South Africa, killing 9 people and injuring 10.

The mass shooting was the second in South Africa in the last 3 weeks, with the latest incident occurring early Sunday morning in Bekkersdal, a township 28 miles west of Johannesburg, according to CBS.

Supermodel Anok Yai Opens up about Silent Battle ... Congenital Lung Defect

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Supermodel Anok Yai has been silently battling a congenital defect that she says is "overworking [her] heart and slowly destroying [her] lungs."

The 28-year-old Victoria's Secret runway model took to Instagram to reveal she's been dealing with this "silent battle" for the last year and underwent surgery to manage it.

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Alongside videos of her in a hospital bed, Yai shares, "What started as something asymptomatic for the majority of my life turned into a lingering cough, which turned to chest pains, bouts of coughing up blood, then at times struggling to breathe."

Avatar Queen Zoe Saldana Good Genes or Good Docs?!

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Zoe Saldana's looks over the years make us believe in movie-magic IRL ... she's simply flawless in every form!

Here is a 31-year-old version of the sexy star leavin' her effortless beauty at the Premiere Of 20th Century Fox's "Avatar" back in 2009 (left). This was just the start of her Avatar days slays!

And, 16 years later, Zoe recently hit the "Avatar: Fire And Ash" Miami Special Screening, and correct us if we're wrong, but she looks the exact same?!

Oh, and if being drop-dead gorg wasn't enough to widen your eyes, you can't deny her rockin'-hot bod ... at 47 years old! Look alive and above for her hot shots!

The latest installment in the 'Avatar' franchise dropped in theaters this weekend  ... so while we wait for ya to go check it out, we've got her top looks through the years.

The key question here is, Good Genes or Good Docs?!

Andre Reed Bills Have A Clear Path To Super Bowl ... With KC Eliminated

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The Buffalo Bills have experienced tons of heartbreak in the playoffs at the hands of the Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes over the years, but with KC set to miss the postseason for the first time since 2014 ... Andre Reed is excited about his former squad's chances.

We caught up with Reed -- who was helping give away bikes at a Raising Cane's event earlier this week -- and while he was bummed to see Mahomes go down with a torn ACL ... he knows what it means for the Bills.

"The last two weeks, man, they came back from 21 down last week," Reed said. "When you got No. 17, who's got an S on his chest, man, you got a chance. And could this be the year that they go all the way to have a shot at playing in the Super Bowl this year? Obviously, I think so."

Guess The 'Outer Banks' Bday Babe ... Celebrity Scramble!

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A little sunny-Sunday Scramble just for you 🌞! Hidden inside this altered photo is a birthday girl who turns 28 years old today! Given the next few clues, do you think you can score the unknown celeb?

She's most known for starring on the popular show "Outer Banks," and while she may already 'Know What You Did Last Summer' go ahead and hit the gallery above for the BIG BIRTHDAY reveal!

New Year, New Outfit Count Down to Midnight In a Sparkly New Dress!

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Before you plan your New Year's resolutions …you gotta plan your NYE outfit.

End the year in style by treating yourself to a shimmering new dress for your countdown to midnight. We're talking something bold, dramatic and obviously a little bit extra. It's the one night you can go all out, no questions asked. That's why we've gathered some of our favorite NYE picks … and trust us, there are a lot of sequins and sparkles involved.

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Tekashi 6ix9ine Home Invasion Suspect Arrested

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A suspect has been arrested in connection to the scary invasion of Tekashi 6ix9ine's home ... TMZ has learned.

Pedro Roriguez -- a 19-year-old man -- was arrested and charged with armed home invasion robbery with a firearm, false imprisonment, grand theft and posession of marijuana with intent to sell or deliver ... according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.

Authorities say Rodriguez is just one of several suspects ... and, the investigation remains ongoing.

Jake Paul My Recovery Will Make Your Jaw Drop Looks Fine Day After Breaking Jaw Boxing

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Jake Paul's jaw may have taken a beating Friday night, but you couldn't tell from looking at him Saturday ... because he seemed ready to let loose at a big after-party!

The influencer-turned-boxer attended a party thrown by Celebrity Sports Entertainment at a private mansion in Miami ... and, he looked like his usual self while walking into the affair -- shaking hands with guests and strolling through like nothing happened, though he did keep the chatter to a minimum.

JP posed for pics ... putting up his fists like he's ready for another fight despite Anthony Joshua knocking him out.

George Clooney Sister Adelia Zeidler Dead at 65 ... Calls Her His 'Hero'

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George Clooney's sister Adelia "Ada" Zeidler has died ... and, the star has memorialized her with a heartfelt statement.

Zeidler passed away from cancer on Friday, the actor confirmed to People ... and, her online obituary states she passed away at a hospital in Edgewood, Kentucky surrounded by loved ones.

In a statement to People, Clooney said, "My sister, Ada, was my hero. She faced down cancer with courage and humor. I’ve never met anyone so brave. Amal and I will miss her terribly."

Alix Earle Looking Caliente in Photo Dump From Cabo Girls Trip!!!

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Alix Earle's sharing an in-depth look at the single life ... posting a ton of photos from a recent trip she took to Mexico -- looking as good as always!

The social media star shared the pics Saturday morning ... appearing in just a towel while lying back on a sofa in the first mirror selfie.

She covered up less in a bikini selfie ... soaking up the sun in a tiny thong-style, brown bikini.

Tom Brady 'I Feel Like My Life Ain't Mine' ... Makes Bizarre Song Choice in New Selfies After Gisele Ties Knot

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Tom Brady posted for the first time since news of his ex-wife Gisele Bündchen's marriage to Joaquim Valente broke ... and, a song he added to his posts will have some raising some eyebrows.

Here's the deal ... the ex-NFLer shared two photos to his Instagram story Saturday morning -- the first of which shows TB12 in a white hoodie with "Forever Young" written on the chest. While it's only a photo, Brady added audio to the post ... the song "1-800-273-8255" by Logic featuring Alessia Cara and Khalid.

If you're not familiar with the track, it has lines like "I feel like my life ain't mine" and "I don't wanna be alive." The title is the old suicide prevention hotline number, though it's since been changed to the simpler 988.

NASCAR Legend Greg Biffle Investigators Comb Through Burnt Out Husk of Plane in Saddening Video

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Investigators are still looking into the plane crash that claimed NASCAR legend Greg Biffle's life ... and, new video shows them looking for clues in the wreckage.

The National Transportation Safety Board released video of agents combing through the debris ... taking photos of the plane and looking in the woods surrounding the crash area.

The plane's a wreck ... broken into pieces both large and small and burned to a crisp in places. It's unclear what investigators might be able to glean from the crash site.

Epstein Files House Oversight Dems Call Out AG Bondi ... Where Did This Photo Featuring Trump Go???

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12:56 PM PT -- At least 16 files originally included in the Justice Department’s Epstein Files drop have gone MIA, according to AP. This reportedly includes pictures that show a painting depicting nude women and a photograph of Trump.

Internet sleuths caught on to the allegedly vanished pic of Trump earlier Saturday, and the White House has not yet returned our request for comment.

Democrats on the House Oversight Committee are questioning Attorney General Pam Bondi after they say a photo of Donald Trump with Jeffrey Epstein has been removed from the DOJ's recently released Epstein Files.

Here's the deal ... the Department of Justice released more photos to the "Epstein Library" -- though internet sleuths were quick to point out a numbering irregularity in the file.

The file jumps from "EFTA00000467” to “EFTA00000469" ... and, House Oversight Dems took to X to claim “EFTA00000468" was removed -- sharing the alleged photo which, they point out, seemingly has a picture of President Trump in it.