CNN host Kasie Hunt said during her show on Tuesday that the outlet needed to “drop the banner” in order to see why social media users were captivated by the alleged UnitedHealtcare CEO killer, Luigi Mangione.

“The man accused of killing UnitedHealthCare’s CEO going viral. Images of Luigi Mangione seem to captivate the attention of online masses. The Manhattan killing also uncovering a deep dissatisfaction with the United States health care industry,” Hunt said, beginning the segment.

Mangione, an Ivy League graduate and 26-year-old software engineer, has developed an online fandom since being arrested in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. 

“It is deeply troubling that we are celebrating this person who’s committed cold-blooded murder because, you know, he clearly went to the gym,” Kate Bedingfield, a CNN political commentator, said.

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“You know, we got to drop the banner to show why,” Hunt said, as the banner covering part of Mangione’s photo disappeared. 

Bedingfield also suggested that Mangione’s fandom spoke to the shallowness of American people. 

“The reaction online is also just such a reinforcement of how much aesthetics, attractiveness, I mean, like the shallowness of the American people. The American people who are online we’ll say, is very much on display here. Part of, yes, there’s absolutely a bubbling anger about the inequity in the country writ large and in the health care system. No question. But so much of, you know, the clips we were watching at the top of this segment are driven by the fact that this is an attractive person,” Bedingfield said.

Alleged UnitedHealth CEO killer Luigi Mangione’s photo appears during a CNN segment.

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Reacting to photos of Mangione online, many social media users quoted Britney Spears’ song “Criminal,” specifically the lyrics, “mama I’m in love with a criminal.”

Others said he was “hot,” and called for his freedom. Another user said, “person of interest in more ways then one.”

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Taylor Tomlinson, a late night host and comedian, also quipped about Mangione’s fandom during her show, “After Midnight.”

“All of the other late night shows already covered the fact that everyone thinks the shooter is hot,” she said. “But I feel confident that I’m the only late night host who can honestly say: ‘Would.’”

“It turns out he actually got caught because an employee recognized him and phoned the police,” she continued. “Do you have any idea how attractive you have to be for a McDonald’s employee to be like, ‘Wait, okay, you being in here is suspicious.’”

Tomlinson added that she was surprised anyone turned him in because everyone online was calling him “sexy.”

Are eggs bad for your heart? 

Dr. Jeremy London, a cardiovascular surgeon in Savannah, Georgia, posed the question to more than one million of his followers on social media. His answer may be surprising to some.

London told Fox News Digital that “eggs took a really bad rap” through the years, in large part because the American Heart Association (AHA) “came down hard on eggs” for being a poor dietary source and a heart risk. (See the video at the top of this article.)

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But, said London, “that whole narrative really softened” in 2015 because the data “didn’t bear itself out.”

“And that’s because dietary cholesterol really doesn’t impact our overall cholesterol as much as we think it does,” he said. 

Eggs are a “God-made product” and “an excellent source of protein,” London said.

A regular egg has about 5 to 6 grams of protein — but it’s also “packed with minerals” and “micronutrients” like vitamin D, vitamin B12, selenium and choline, London noted.

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“So, it really has borne itself out to not be the risk that was initially professed in the ’70s and ’80s,” London said. 

“And now it’s really thought to be a really good dietary source for individuals.”

Eggs are now thought to be a good dietary source, Dr. Jeremy London, a heart surgeon based in Savannah, Georgia, told Fox News Digital.  (Fox News Digital)

The American Heart Association, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, told Fox News Digital that a whole egg per day can be included as part of a heart-healthy diet for healthy adults — while two eggs daily is acceptable for healthy older adults with normal cholesterol.

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In his video, London cautioned that it’s “challenging to study a single food” and “really critical to understand the entire diet” of an individual. 

When it comes to the type of eggs consumed, London believes there is “some advantage” to eating the eggs of free-range chickens. (John Kelly/Alamy Stock Photo )

When it comes to the type of eggs consumed, London said he believes there is “some advantage” to eating the eggs produced by free-range chickens.

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“I personally do think that [has] an impact because, just like ‘we are what we eat,’ everything we put in our mouths then are the building blocks for ourselves,” London said. 

“The same is true for the chickens.”

Eggs are “packed with minerals” and “micronutrients” like vitamin D, vitamin B12, selenium and choline, said one heart surgeon.  (iStock)

As for whether the yolk or the white is better for your heart, “the majority of the dietary benefit actually comes from the yolk,” London said.

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“I’ll use two eggs and then add some egg white to it to give more volume and more protein as well,” London said. 

“Because I do want the nutritional value from the yolk, but I like to have that added protein just because I lean pretty heavily on the protein in my personal diet.”

“The majority of the dietary benefit actually comes from the yolk” of an egg, said an expert. (iStock)

Above all else, however, London stressed that it’s a personal choice about whether or not to eat eggs.

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London concluded his video with this message to his followers: “Listen to your body, follow your biomarkers and create a nutritional plan that is absolutely right for you.” 

The recently announced cruise tax to hit passengers who are traveling through Mexico will be delayed.

Following some “disappointment at [the] current situation,” the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) announced the six-month tax implementation delay, according to a press release.

The new Federal Law of Rights tax on cruise passengers was supposed to take place beginning Jan. 1, but after a meeting with Mexican government officials last week, the FCCA has postponed the implementation until July 1, 2025.

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“While the proposed postponement provides a temporary reprieve, FCCA stresses that more comprehensive measures are required to address broader concerns about the tax’s devastating impact on cruise tourism, Mexico’s economy, and the livelihoods of its coastal communities,” the FCCA’s press release said.

Following the six-month delay, tourists aboard cruise ships will be charged an additional $42 per passenger in taxes and fees.

Before the tax delay was announced, Fox News Digital spoke with Stewart Chiron, a Miami-based cruise industry expert known as “The Cruise Guy,” who anticipated some sort of “amicable solution” would be made between cruise industry executives following the initial tax announcement.

He also said that cruise passengers may opt “to skip” visiting Mexico if they had to pay an additional fee.

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“This is a staggering 213% more than the average cost at Caribbean ports, raising serious questions about the competitiveness of Mexican destinations in the global cruise market,” FCCA officials said.

The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) expressed its concern surrounding the tax, noting that many tourists might even alter itineraries and avoid Mexico. (iStock)

The FCCA warned that such a financial burden will deter cruise tourists from going into Mexico or alter their itineraries, especially when some will spend such little time there.

The lack of tourists in the area will then “create economic ripple effects in communities that heavily rely on cruise tourism,” the FCCA added.

The organization also noted that this tax does not affect people coming over the border who spend seven or less days in Mexico, compared to people aboard a cruise ship who may only be stationed at the port for a few hours and are not exempt from the tax.

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The FCCA noted that even if 15% fewer cruise ships call into Mexican ports following the tax implementation, it could negate the anticipated benefits of the tax.

The tax was initially going into effect Jan. 1, 2025, but will now take place on July 1, 2025. (iStock)

“With over 10 million passengers expected in 2025, even a minimal decrease in cruise traffic would result in millions of dollars in lost revenue for local businesses, tours, and services – offsetting or even surpassing the total tax revenue projected from the measure,” the FCCA’s release said.

“Such outcomes could inflict significant harm on Mexico’s tourism-dependent communities, undermining the tax’s purpose.”

The Mexican Association of Cruises responded to the tax, calling it “disastrous,” noting the negative impact it could have on popular Mexican tourist destinations.

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“If implemented, we expect to see a progressive drop in arrivals, which will significantly affect employment for taxi drivers, tour guides, artisans, waiters, restaurateurs, craft store owners, pharmacies, and more.”

The new $42 fee per passenger will make Mexico one of the most expensive cruise destinations in the world. (iStock)

“Mexico will lose its competitiveness, becoming one of the most expensive cruise destinations in the world,” said the the Mexican Association of Cruises.

Following the initial announcement of the tax implementation, FCCA CEO Michele Paige penned a letter to Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, expressing her disappointment and concern, Fox News Digital reported.

Since the announcement of the delay, Paige has been thanking the Mexican government for listening to her concerns.

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“The removal of the in-transit tax exemption – which was provided to our industry over a decade ago for valid reasons that still apply today – was done without our prior input and after the legislation was passed,” Paige said, according to the FCCA’s press release.

If you want to stop in Mexico for an upcoming cruise, know that the new tax implementation is scheduled to take place in July 2025. (iStock)

“It is ironic that until this law was abruptly announced the industry was looking to grow business in Mexico, and now the opposite will occur,” Paige added.

Paige said the delay in communication from the government shows a lack of “authentic commitment” between them and the cruise industry, which has benefited the economic development of the country for many years.

“We look forward to the opportunity to continue meaningful dialogue around a balanced solution that protects Mexico’s communities, supports its vibrant tourism industry, and ensures the affordability of cruise travel for our guests,” Paige continued.

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Paige thanked other officials across Central America and the Caribbean who contacted the FCCA’s member lines, “and invited them to relocate itineraries to their jurisdictions with open arms.”

Fox News Digital’s Ashley DiMella contributed to this report.

U.S. telecom giants are under constant attack from Chinese hackers. A federal investigation has uncovered a massive cyber espionage campaign by the Chinese government, targeting U.S. telecommunications networks to steal Americans’ information. A top White House official confirmed that at least eight U.S. telecom companies have been affected by this hacking spree. 

To combat this, the FBI and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have released advice for telecom companies to help them detect and block the hackers while preventing future attacks. I break down the details of this Chinese hacking campaign and share tips on how to keep your data safe.

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What you need to know about the China hacking campaign

According to the FBI, hackers linked to Beijing have infiltrated the networks of “multiple” telecom companies, gaining access to customer call records and private communications of “a limited number of individuals.” Since this is an espionage campaign, they’re not interested in the average Joe’s texts or call history. Instead, their targets are Americans involved in government and politics.

The hackers also tried to copy “certain information that was subject to U.S. law enforcement requests pursuant to court orders,” according to the FBI. This suggests they might have been attempting to breach programs like those under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which allows U.S. spy agencies to monitor the communications of individuals suspected of working for foreign powers.

Earlier this month, Deputy National Security Advisor Anne Neuberger shared new details about the scale of the Chinese hacking campaign. According to Neuberger, the U.S. believes the hackers managed to access communications from senior government officials and prominent political figures.

She explained that while the hackers were focused on a relatively small group of individuals, a limited number of Americans’ phone calls and texts were compromised. Neuberger also mentioned that the affected telecom companies are working to address the breaches, but none have been able to completely remove the Chinese hackers from their networks yet.

This campaign is believed to have started a year or two ago, according to the Associated Press. Authorities suspect a Chinese hacking group known as Salt Typhoon to be behind the operation.

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How are hackers able to access sensitive information?

Salt Typhoon managed to access call records and private communications by exploiting decades-old back doors in major telecom providers, including AT&T and Verizon, experts believe.

“The irony here is that the back doors exploited by the Chinese are, in fact, the same back doors that are utilized by federal law enforcement for purposes of conducting legal surveillance,” John Ackerly, CEO and co-founder of Virtru, a data-centric security company, told CyberGuy.

The vulnerabilities are a result of the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act (CALEA), a federal law that mandates back doors in critical telecommunications infrastructure. CALEA enables law enforcement agencies to access phone records and metadata, including facilitating wiretaps, as part of authorized investigations.

“The problem with back doors is simple. They’re not selective. A back door created for law enforcement is, by its very nature, a vulnerability in the system. And vulnerabilities, once they exist, can be exploited by anyone who discovers them. Both good guys and bad guys can enter back doors,” said Ackerly, who previously served as a White House technology adviser.

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The solution is end-to-end encryption

To protect private conversations and phone calls, cybersecurity experts recommend using end-to-end encrypted platforms. Jeff Greene, executive assistant director of cybersecurity at CISA, urged Americans to prioritize encrypted communication tools.

“Use your encrypted communications where you have it,” Greene advised, emphasizing the importance of secure platforms. He added, “We definitely need to do that, kind of look at what it means long term, how we secure our networks.”

An FBI official warned that citizens should be “using a cellphone that automatically receives timely operating system updates, responsibly managed encryption and phishing resistant MFA for email, social media and collaboration tool accounts.”

However, cybersecurity experts warn that these measures are not foolproof. The term “responsibly managed encryption” is problematic, as it intentionally leaves room for “lawful access,” such as the back doors required by CALEA.

“It’s clear that encryption with back doors is not actually responsible at all,” Ackerly said. “It’s time for the U.S. government to acknowledge and support end-to-end encryption as a stronger protection against foreign adversaries.”

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10 ways to protect your personal information against cybersecurity threats

Now that we’ve discussed the threat, let’s take a look at the solutions. Here are 10 ways you can keep your personal information safe.

1) Use end-to-end encrypted platforms: For private communications, prioritize platforms that offer end-to-end encryption. This ensures that only you and the intended recipient can access your messages or calls, preventing unauthorized access by hackers or other third parties.

“Anyone can take control of their own data and protect themselves from security threats by using applications that provide end-to-end encryption. Whether you’re emailing, sending messages and files or video chatting, the only way to truly ensure your data is safe from bad actors is to encrypt it as it travels,” Ackerly said. “Choose an app or tool that is easy to use, so that you will actually use it.”

For texting, consider apps like Signal or WhatsApp. For email services, look for ones that offer easy-to-use end-to-end encryption. These platforms ensure that your private communications remain secure from unauthorized access. See my review of the best secure and private email services here.

2) Keep your device’s operating system updated: Make sure your cellphone and other devices automatically receive timely operating system updates. These updates often include important security patches that protect against new vulnerabilities exploited by hackers. For reference, see my guide on how to keep all your devices updated.

3) Enable two-factor authentication (2FA): Set up phishing-resistant 2FA on your email, social media and collaboration tool accounts. This adds an extra layer of protection, requiring more than just a password to access your accounts, making it harder for cybercriminals to steal your information.

4) Use strong antivirus software: Be aware of phishing techniques and remain skeptical of suspicious links, emails or phone calls asking for personal information. Cybercriminals often use these methods to gain access to your sensitive data.

The best way to safeguard yourself from malicious links is to have antivirus software installed on all your devices. This protection can also alert you to phishing emails and ransomware scams, keeping your personal information and digital assets safe. Get my picks for the best 2024 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices.

5) Encrypt sensitive data: Encrypt data on USB drives, SIM cards and laptops to protect information if devices are lost or stolen. Also, be sure to password-protect your sensitive files or folders by following these steps.

6) Implement strong password practices: Use unique, complex passwords for each account and consider using a password manager.

7) Regularly backup your data: Backing up your data helps protect against data loss from ransomware or device failure. You’ll want to back up your mobile device, Mac and Windows computers.

8) Be cautious with public Wi-Fi: Use a VPN (virtual private network) when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks to encrypt your internet traffic. This makes it harder for hackers and third parties to intercept your data, especially on public Wi-Fi. A VPN masks your IP address, helping to obscure your location and online activity. While VPNs don’t directly prevent phishing emails, they reduce the exposure of your browsing habits to trackers that may use this data maliciously. With a VPN, you can securely access your email accounts from anywhere, even in areas with restrictive internet policies. For the best VPN software, see my expert review of the best VPNs for browsing the web privately on your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices.

9) Invest in personal data removal services: Consider services that scrub your personal information from public databases. This reduces the chances of your data being exploited in phishing or other cyberattacks after a breach. Check out my top picks for data removal services here.

10) Use identity theft protection: Identity theft protection services monitor your accounts for unusual activity, alert you to potential threats and can even assist in resolving issues if your data is compromised. See my tips and best picks on how to protect yourself from identity theft.

Kurt’s key takeaway

There’s no denying that the U.S. is facing a serious cyberattack that puts millions at risk. What’s even more concerning is that hackers continue to exploit telecom providers even after the issue has been made public. The government and the affected companies must prioritize addressing this threat and patching the back doors these cybercriminals are using. We’re witnessing one of the largest intelligence compromises in U.S. history.

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Is there someone in your life who prefers to stay in with a good book rather than going out? Someone who spends their nights and weekends curled up on the couch reading? Well, this gift guide is for you!

It has 20 items that every type of reader won’t be able to stop talking about long after the holidays are over. From e-readers to book pillows, mugs, reading chairs and more, there’s a gift for every price range.

Gift access to thousands of audiobooks.  (Amazon )

Consuming books happens in many different ways these days. Many readers would also love a subscription to Audible, where they can listen to all their favorite books. It’s an affordable gift, at just $0.99 per month for the first three months, and $14.95 per month after that. And readers get to pick one audiobook each month. They’ll also have access to thousands of titles they can purchase and Audible-exclusive discounts.

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Gift a place to rest a book, tea and other belongings.  (Uncommon Goods)

A book nook is the ideal place to set a book down and keep coffee, bookmarks and glasses while you’re reading. This book nook from Uncommon Goods is beautifully crafted from wood and has plenty of storage.

A book scarf is the perfect place to store a book while staying warm.  (Levenger)

Keep your reader cozy with a book scarf. This one is made from soft faux fur and is long enough to act as a shawl. It also has two giant pockets that books fit in perfectly.

A board game perfect for literature buffs. (Barnes & Noble)

Frequent readers will love Fiction: A Word Guessing Board Game. It’s a Wordle-inspired game where you must work as a team to guess the secret word chosen from a great work of literature. All the while, players must determine which of the “Lie-brarian’s” hints are fact and which are fiction.

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Keep your reader reading well into the night with a book light.  (Amazon )

An affordable and extremely useful gift is a book light. They come in all shapes and sizes, like this neck book light from Amazon that’s easy to wear and use. There’s also the classic clip-on light from Barnes & Noble that clips to your books.

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Original price: $31.50

Make it easier to hold open a book.  (Levenger)

Instead of holding books open with your hands, just to find them tired after half an hour of reading, a leather book weight does the work for the reader, holding open the book so it can be set on the reader’s lap or a pillow.

Amazon also has a wooden book page holder that slides over the thumb and holds the book open without making the reader’s hands cramp up.

Reading gets comfier with a good book easel.  (Amazon )

A tablet or book easel or pillow helps readers balance their books without having to hold them up. The lap beanbag book stand from Amazon has a flat wooden top that holds a book and has a comfortable bean bag bottom that rests on the reader’s lap.

Kindle users will also appreciate a Kindle pillow that has a clip-on stand that holds the Kindle. It’s attached to a comfortable pillow that can sit on the reader’s lap or on a table nearby.

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These literary candles smell great.  (Barnes & Noble)

A delicious smelling candle that’s in a literature-themed container is a great gift for book lovers. Barnes & Noble has “Wizard of Oz” candles and “Secret Garden” candles, among others. So, grab a candle that’s based on your reader’s favorite book.

This mug brings libraries to life.  (Uncommon Goods)

Book lovers like anything having to do with literature, like this literature mug from Uncommon Goods. The mug is wrapped in a library with the funny saying “Sorry, I’m booked” on one side. You can also scan the QR code for a new literary quote every day.

A cozy, plush chair, ideal for reading.  (Amazon)

Looking for a bigger ticket item? A reading chair will do the trick. This giant bean bag chair from Amazon is soft, cozy and still offers plenty of support for hours of reading. Amazon also has a Welnow lazy chair with an ottoman that’s equally as comfortable and comes in dozens of colors.

The gift that keeps on giving.  (Book of the Month)

Feed your reader’s book obsession with a subscription to the Book of the Month club. Each month, the club offers a list of five to seven books. You select the ones you’re interested in, and they send them your way.

Original price: $9.99

A giant pack of magnetic bookmarks.  (Amazon)

Every reader needs bookmarks, lots and lots of bookmarks. This is an easy gift that can be customized to the specific style of each reader. Get a 48-pack of magnetic bookmarks featuring various landscapes or go simpler with this multi-color pack of bookmarks in beautiful pastel colors.

A great gift for constant readers.  (Amazon )

A Kindle Paperwhite is most readers’ dream. It goes back to the classic Kindle that was designed just for reading, so there’s no worrying about pesky ads and distracting ads. A single charge lasts up to 12 weeks, and you can add a Kindle case if you need another gift idea.

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A book stamp helps readers make their own library.  (Amazon )

Help the reader in your life make their very own library with a personalized book stamp or embosser with their name on it. Grab this book stamp from Amazon that can be customized with a name and design. There’s also a book embosser from Amazon that creates a raised stamp.

Readers who like to annotate will appreciate this pack.  (Amazon )

Many readers like to annotate their books, so a pack of annotation supplies is a great gift option. A Mr. Pen aesthetic book annotation kit comes with everything needed to annotate. It comes with aesthetically pleasing pens, sticky notes in various sizes and vibrant highlighters.

Classic books are beautiful gifts.  (Juniper Books)

If you know your reader’s favorite book or author, special edition copies of those books are sure to be cherished forever. Although these are on the pricier side, special editions are fantastic gifts. Juniper Books sells classic literature in special editions, like these Penguin classics or this set of influential women writers.

Book turners are a lazy reader’s dream. (Amazon )

Kindle owners need a remote page turner. When they want to relax completely, they can sit back with their Kindle pillow and click a button to turn the page.

These are beautifully made felt slippers.  (Uncommon Goods)

Book-themed slippers are a comfortable, thoughtful gift. This pair of book slippers from Uncommon Goods features cute, embroidered books on either side. They’re handmade in Nepal and made from soft felt. Amazon also has fuzzy lined slippers with a personal library printed on them, great for anyone who prefers to spend their day relaxing with a good book.

Readers can display flowers in their favorite books.  (Barnes & Noble)

A vase shaped like a good book is ideal for readers and plant-lovers alike. Barnes & Noble has a book-shaped vase with the “Great Gatsby” cover printed on it. They also have a “Pride & Prejudice” vase and a “Wizard of Oz” vase.

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Original price: $26.99

The perfect size bag for books.  (Amazon )

A small bag to carry all their books around is a useful gift for readers. A bomber jacket leather BookMate is just large enough to pack a few books and the essentials. It’s a durable, classy bag made from real leather.

You can also get a sling bag from Amazon that’s compact, but has plenty of compartments for books and other belongings. It also has a built-in charging port, so you can charge your phone on the go.

Pepperdine University continues to be impacted by the Franklin Fire in Los Angeles County, Calif., early Tuesday morning, and a shelter-in-place remains in effect “until at least daylight,” the university said.

Pepperdine’s updates have been coming across the university’s Facebook and X pages since just before 1 a.m. local time. 

“The University understands the worst of the fire has pushed past Pepperdine,” the latest post to X reads. “However, there are smaller spot fires on campus that are not threatening life or structures, and fire resources remain on campus to address these spot fires as they occur.”

The post went on to say, “Additionally, power remains out for much of Malibu and therefore, to ensure the safety of our community, we will maintain the shelter-in-place protocol until at least daylight. The EOC will continue to update the community.”

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Malibu campus operations have been suspended for Tuesday, canceling classes and final exams as students prepare for winter break. 

A shelter-in-place for community members was issued and directed to the Tyler Campus Center and Payson Library after the university’s Emergency Operations Committee (EOC) was activated.

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Franklin Fire evacuation map, provided by the county of Los Angeles incident response website.  (County of Los Angeles)

The third-alarm brush fire off Malibu Canyon Road and Station Boundary forced residents in the area to be evacuated, and others are under evacuation warning.

So far, no injuries or deaths have been reported as a result of the fire, according to FOX Weather. 

An overnight view of the Franklin Fire, impacting residents in Malibu, Calif.  (FOX 11 Los Angeles)

Los Angeles County Fire Department units are on the ground and in the air fighting the brush fire, the department said on Facebook. 

The fire has scorched more than 1,822 acres and is 0% contained, according to Cal Fire. It started at 10:50 p.m. and the cause is under investigation. 

The Franklin Fire burns near a building on December 10, 2024 on Malibu, California. The wildfire has scorched 1,800 acres near Pepperdine University prompting evacuations along the coast amid high winds with some structures destroyed.  (Mario Tama/Getty Images)

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Along with evacuations, the fire has ked to officials closing Pacific Coast Highway between Topanga Canyon Boulevard and Corral Canyon Road, FOX 11 Los Angeles reported. 

For fire evacuation updates and emergency information, visit the county of Los Angeles incident response website.

“Shazam!” Star Zachary Levi said his endorsement of President-elect Donald Trump hasn’t affected his career on Bill Maher’s “Club Random” podcast Sunday.

Levi revealed his pick for president while moderating a Trump event with former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former Hawaii Rep. Tulsi Gabbard in Michigan in September.

“We are going to take back this country. We are going to make it great again, we’re going to make it healthy again. And so I stand with Bobby and I stand with everyone else who is standing with President Trump,” Levi said at the time. “Of the two choices that we have, and we only have two, President Trump is the man that can get us there.” 

The Hollywood actor spoke about Trump’s victory with Maher, who said the Democrats “lost a crazy contest to a crazy person.”

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Levi argued that while Trump isn’t perfect, his years of success speak for themselves.

“I don’t think he’s the paragon of morality,” he said. “There’s lots of details that one can add or subtract to this conversation, but in brass tacks general terms, the four years of his presidency were significantly better than the four years of the Biden-Harris presidency and vice presidency.”

He said during the Trump years, “Our border was more secure, our economy was more secure, crimes rates were down.”

Levi also pushed back when Maher assumed he had been canceled and lost jobs for his Trump endorsement, saying it doesn’t appear to have impacted his career.

“I mean, listen, I have yet to see what the ultimate effects of all that are going to be,” Levi told the talk show host. “I already had multiple jobs that I was in the process of shooting or that I have yet to shoot and none of those have been compromised. 

“All of those-like, none of my producers or any of the studios behind those films or projects have called and said, ‘Hey, listen, this is a line too far and we can’t have you associated with the project anymore.’ We’re all still full steam ahead on those,” he said.

“How it ultimately, like, plays out in the future, I don’t know.”

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Levi added that he had been busy in Eastern Europe working on a movie and may have missed some backlash, but now, “I’m going to sit down with my team and we’ll talk about it. Because I haven’t talked to any of them. They might say, ‘Hey, listen, we’ve had some phone calls with some people and they don’t want to work with you anymore.’ I don’t know.”

“I could have sworn that already happened,” Maher said, bewildered.

“No. I think it was because when I did the town hall with Tulsi and Bobby- So, basically I was stumping for Bobby. I really wanted Bobby to be our guy,” Levi explained.

He also remarked on how Maher has stood his ground against the excesses of woke Democrats.

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“You know, you are like a lot of folks who were classically liberal who got left in the left-woke dust, and you were like, ‘I didn’t move, I didn’t change, the boundaries have changed,’ and I think it’s been a very accurate representation of not only where you are but also where lots of other people, [Joe] Rogan being one of them,” Levi observed.

Maher agreed and said of the far-left, “My thing with them is, ‘You do crazy, nutty s— and have a s—– f—— attitude,’ and I just don’t bend the knee like these other people.”

Fox News’ Stepheny Price contributed to this report.