Ex-NBA Star Chris Bosh Hits Back at Palisades Fire Suspect’s Theory Denies Being Home When Blaze Erupted
Chris Bosh denies he or his family were living at their California mansion during the 2025 Palisades fire … despite the man accused of starting the fire pointing the blame at the ex-NBA star’s home.
The former Miami Heat star posted a lengthy statement on social media after suspect Jonathan Rinderknecht’s legal team made claims in his defense.
Rinderknecht is facing criminal charges for allegedly “maliciously” starting a fire. The suspect’s legal team asked for permission to introduce evidence from a retired Cal Fire investigator … who wanted to testify about a potential firework going off from Chris’ home.
FAA Shutdown Causes Bathroom Backup ... Things Could Get Stinky!!!
The nationwide FAA shutdown has gone from a ground stop to a full-blown bathroom bottleneck ... and things are about to get real real!!
Sources at LAX tell TMZ that passengers waiting at the airport were told to use the bathroom and get food ... because the airport was preparing for an influx of landing flights.
TMZ obtained video from LAX on Friday showing passengers standing in long restroom lines ... as travelers scramble to take care of business before a flood of arriving passengers turns the toilets into a total traffic jam.
Former CIA Director John Brennan's Son Kyle Arrested on Child Porn Charge
Kyle Brennan -- the son of John Brennan, who served as CIA director for most of former President Barack Obama's second term -- was arrested on a child pornography charge on Friday.
According to the Daily Mail ... Kyle was taken into custody at his office building in Herndon, Virginia, after the FBI executed a search warrant on his cell phone.
In an affidavit reviewed by the Daily Mail, FBI agents allege they found "88 images that appeared to depict minor girls, including prepubescent girls, engaged in sexually explicit conduct."
Hila Klein Plotting a H3 Comeback Without Ethan!!!
Hila Klein and the "H3 Podcast" crew appear to be plotting a comeback ... but Ethan Klein is nowhere to be seen amid his messy divorce.
The podcast's Instagram shared a new group photo Friday showing Hila reunited with members of the crew ... marking a major sign of life for the show after weeks of uncertainty. One person noticeably missing from the gathering? Ethan.
The reunion has fans buzzing about the comeback ... especially since the podcast has been on an indefinite hiatus following Hila's bombshell allegations that Ethan cheated on her.
New 'Bachelor' Star Sam Hartman Ex-Fling Goes Off, Calls Romance’Toxic’
Sam Hartman is being slammed by a former romantic partner hours after being named the new 'Bachelor.'
A woman named Becca Hunt posted a photo with Sam on TikTok. She said, “The most toxic relationship in my life is now the bachelor LOL.”
In the comment section, Becca, who is from Florida, elaborated on her time with the former Washington Commanders quarterback.
Comedian Connor Wood 2024 DUI Case Resurfaces
Influencer Connor Wood's 2024 DUI arrest has resurfaced amid his battle for the "Dancing with the Stars" trophy, with authorities claiming he was driving with a blood alcohol level above 0.20% ... TMZ has learned.
According to court documents, obtained by TMZ, Connor -- whose legal last name is Masich -- was pulled over on August 9, 2024 around 2 AM in Manhattan Beach, California for suspicion of driving under the influence.
Connor was subsequently charged in March 2025 and entered a plea of no contest the following month. Court records show Connor had his sentence suspended and was placed on three years of summary probation in April 2025.
FAA Nationwide Shutdown No Connection to Microsoft: Report
The nationwide Federal Aviation Administration shutdown is not connected to Microsoft's widespread outage ... despite the timing of the two major disruptions raising questions about whether a cyberattack or technical failure could be behind both incidents, according to reports.
NBC News correspondent Tom Winter reports he's been speaking with top law enforcement and cybersecurity officials throughout Friday, and as of 5 PM ET, there's no indication the Microsoft outage has any connection to the FAA problems.
Winter says officials have found no evidence linking the two incidents, pushing back on speculation that Microsoft's technical issues may have played a role in the aviation disruption. The FAA has not publicly confirmed or denied whether the two incidents are related.
FAA Flights Grounded Across America
UPDATE
2:05 PM PT -- Markwayne Mullin, Homeland Security Secretary, states that they have not established a timeframe on getting flights back up.
1:51 PM PT -- Mary Schiavo, CNN's Aviation Analyst, states preliminary reports indicate this is not a result of a cyber attack ... and speculates this may be due to new software the FAA has begun to integrate.
1:36 PM PT -- Peter Muntean, an Aviation Correspondent for CNN, predicts that this issue may last for days, with one or two days being needed to diagnose the issue.
1:28 PM PT -- U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says the nationwide ground stop for all U.S. airports follows a communication issue impacting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers. He says FAA technicians are investigating the issue.
Travelers across America are going nowhere fast ... the Federal Aviation Administration has ordered an extremely rare nationwide ground stop, bringing departing flights across the country to a screeching halt!
The Federal Aviation Administration issued the sweeping order Friday afternoon, citing "extraordinary circumstances" and "reasons of safety," according to U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.
Issued by the FAA just moments ago, ALL US airports are currently ground stopped. This means NO flights may depart for US airports. Flights already in the air will be allowed to land. This is related to an FAA equipment outage. https://t.co/wgyuOXeF0k @flightradar24
An air traffic control advisory states ... "All departing traffic should remain ground stopped until further notice."
FAA Launched A.I. Air Traffic Tool Days Before Shutdown
The Federal Aviation Administration began rolling out a massive new A.I.-powered air traffic system nationwide just days before Friday's shocking ground stop ... and the timing is raising some eyebrows.
On Tuesday, the agency announced it was expanding its $875 million A.I. system, called SMART, to all 22 air traffic control centers ... promising fewer delays, less fuel consumption and smoother travel.
But just three days later, the FAA ordered a rare nationwide ground stop ... throwing air travel into chaos.
Brooks Nader Grounded On Private Jet Amid Nationwide Shutdown
Brooks Nader was minutes away from taking off for a little college football fun ... but the Federal Aviation Administration had other plans, grounding her private flight amid a nationwide shutdown Friday ... TMZ has learned.
Sources close to Brooks tell TMZ ... she was literally about to take off from New York to her home state of Louisiana for the LSU game when the FAA ordered all departing flights across the country to remain grounded.
We're told Brooks is safe but stuck sitting on the tarmac ... and the pilots have zero updates about what's going on. Our sources say it's now looking very unlikely her plane will get off the ground tonight.
Nationwide Ground Stop They Didn't Teach Me This in Flight School ... 1st Time Solo Pilot Freaks Out in Control Tower Call
UPDATE
3:53pm PT -- The solo student pilot has landed safely, according ATC radio radio transmission reviewed by TMZ.
They say experience is the best teacher ... though that might not be a comfort to the student pilot who was caught up in the air when a nationwide ground stop was ordered by the Federal Aviation Administration.
Audio from the call between the inexperienced pilot and a calm air traffic controller is going around online ... and it begins with the ATC telling the pilot about the ground stop and asking where he wants to land.
The pilot says he's a student pilot... and it's his first time flying cross-country solo -- and he straight up doesn't know what to do.
Usher On Hunt For $700K Of His Money ... Begs Judge To Help Him
Usher says he's tired of waiting around to be repaid in full on a massive he loan he made … and is asking a judge to step in to help ... TMZ has learned.
Per court docs, obtained by TMZ, Usher claims Atlanta-based lawyer Alcide Honore is playing games when it comes to answering where his money is located.
Usher said Alcide said he never received money from the singer … despite the singer claiming there are wire transfer docs to back up the transfer.
Kaitlyn Bristowe Grounded With a Guinness ... During FAA Shutdown
Kaitlyn Bristowe is finding out there's something worse than getting sent home on "The Bachelor" ... not being able to get home at all.
The former "Bachelorette" star is stranded at an airport amid the nationwide Federal Aviation Administration ground stop ... and she's knocking back a Guinness while trying to figure out what the heck is going on.
Kaitlyn took to social media Friday to document the chaos ... admitting she's scared by the mysterious shutdown and describing the scene as "very eerie."
Sophie Rain vs. Stella Hudgens Who'd You Rather?! Birthday Cake Edition 🎂
OnlyFans model Sophie Rain made it rain for her birthday back in September, but now it's Stella Hudgens' turn to blow out the candles ... and her birthday cake may just take the cake!
The question here is: Who'd You Rather?!
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Nationwide Ground Stop Passengers Confused, Scared After Nationwide Ground Stop
The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered all flights on the ground in the United States to stay there ... issuing a nationwide ground stop due to a communication issue -- and it's leaving many Americans feeling confused and scared.
The federal agency issued the ground stop Friday afternoon ... stating in a press release that it made the decision "following communication issues impacting multiple Air Route Traffic Control Centers." Technicians for the FAA are investigating the issue.
Issued by the FAA just moments ago, ALL US airports are currently ground stopped. This means NO flights may depart for US airports. Flights already in the air will be allowed to land. This is related to an FAA equipment outage. https://t.co/wgyuOXeF0k @flightradar24
Videos show the chaos and confusion all over the country ... including one plane at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport heading to Tampa, Florida, and hearing from their pilot, it could take up to 7 hours for the ground stop to be lifted.
New Orleans Ship Crash Oil Tanker Slams Into Side of Cruise Ship ... Riverboat Capsizes, Video
UPDATE
1:57 PM PT -- CNN reports that dozens of patients have been admitted to a local hospital following the crash.
Cruise ship passengers ended up in the Mississippi River on Friday when an oil tanker hit the side of the ship and capsized it.
Video captured the wild scene, which took place near New Orleans ... and shows the tanker -- Atlantic Asphalt -- running directly into the side of American Heritage, the river cruise ship.
Watch the moment a tanker struck a cruise ship in New Orleans. Rescues are underway. 📷: Kern Studios https://t.co/ZPspGtM0Yr https://t.co/O1qGr8kImf @wdsu
It's unclear why the tanker ran into the ship at this time ... but it hit the ship hard enough to flip it on its side -- and reports say multiple passengers were flung into the water, where they were later rescued.