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Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
'You are with..': Melania's unexpected fiery response when asked if she was just with Donald Trump for money
Melania Trump, First Lady of the United States, may not be the one to seek the spotlight but she has always spoken her mind when it comes to opinions about her marriage to President Donald Trump. Melania and Trump tied the knot in 2005. Was Melania with Donald Trump just for money? A re-surfaced interview of FLOTUS has shown her reaction to uncomfortable claims that had surfaced at the time. When Melania mat Donald Trump, she was 28 and he was 52 and this age gap prompted many people to question her intentions in the relationship. The Slovenian native, who shares her 19-year-old son Barron with the politician, has been subject to questions about their connection from the very beginning. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category MBA CXO Finance Design Thinking Degree Artificial Intelligence Healthcare PGDM Data Science Project Management Operations Management Data Analytics Public Policy healthcare Product Management Cybersecurity MCA Technology Others Digital Marketing Data Science Leadership others Management Skills you'll gain: Financial Management Team Leadership & Collaboration Financial Reporting & Analysis Advocacy Strategies for Leadership Duration: 18 Months UMass Global Master of Business Administration (MBA) Starts on May 13, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills Financial Literacy Leadership and Management Skills Strategic Thinking Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Online MBA Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details ALSO READ: 'Playing around with Fed can...': JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon gives message to Trump at earnings call of the America's biggest bank Was Melania with Donald Trump just for money? An ABC interview from 1999 has re-surfaced recently which took place shortly after Melania and Donald Trump went public with their romance. Correspondent Don Dahler asked Melania about their relationship, and Melania went on to hit back at claims that she was with Donald only for his wealth. "You know, the people, they don't know me," she said in the interview. "People who talk like this, they don't know me." Live Events The journalist responded: "Well, you don't see many 26-year-old supermodels on the arm of a 53-year-old car mechanic." "You know what, you can't sleep or to hug or to talk with beautiful things, with beautiful apartment, beautiful plane, beautiful cars, beautiful houses, you can't do that," Melania Trump rebutted. ALSO READ: Melania behind Trump-Putin fiery breakup? US President reveals how First Lady changed his stance on Russia "You could feel very empty," she added. "And if somebody said, 'You're with the man because he's rich and famous,' they don't know me." Donald Trump, former Celebrity Apprentice host proposed Melania in 2004, six years after their first meeting, and the pair married a year later. They welcomed their son Barron in 2006, adding to Donald's brood of four children from his previous two marriages. Future First Lady Interestingly, Melania was asked in the interview if she could see herself in the role of the First Lady in the future. "Yes, I would be very traditional like Jackie Kennedy. I will support him, I will do a lot of social obligations," she said at the time. "I would stand by [my] man," she declared, adding that she would end her modeling career for him. Melania's time in the White House has been full of ups and downs, with the former model garnering criticism for her perceived lack of visibility and involvement in politics. She addressed the criticism in a candid interview with Fox & Friends ahead of Donald's 2025 inauguration, sharing that the public's perception of her was false. ALSO READ: Heat advisory issued for New York, temperatures expected to skyrocket in several counties : Check tips to stay safe "Maybe some people, they see me as just a wife of the president, but I'm standing on my own two feet, independent," she said. "I have my own thoughts. I have my own yes and no." "I don't always agree what my husband is saying or doing, and that's okay," she continued. "I give him my advice, and sometimes he listens, sometimes he doesn't, and that's okay." "I feel I was always me the first time [in the White House] as well," she further said, adding that the public "didn't accept" or "understand" her during Donald's first term.
Miami Herald
13-07-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
White House makes bold decision on Fed Chair Powell's future
Those escalating war cries coming out of D.C. may sound like the nepo baby/love child of "Celebrity Apprentice" and "Mean Girls" with a drop of Shakespearean drama in its DNA. Not. It's just the latest Beltway chatter sprouting from the White House to an independent government agency and its head that traditionally stays clear of politics. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter And while slurs, threats, and mistruths abound, there's little indication that escalating efforts by President Donald Trump and his allies will be able to force Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell to cut interest rates later this month. Related: Fed official voices blunt 3-word message on Fed rate cuts Or resign so the president can install a chair of his choice in the role who would whittle the interest rates that are eating up your wallet. Trump has revealed his latest strategy regarding Powell's future. American consumers, businesses, and investors in the post-pandemic economy would welcome an interest rate cut to cool down the high costs of home mortgages, credit cards, and other loans. Many economists and market watchers are saying it's too soon for the first 2025 rate cut. Data, not politics, historically drives the Fed's policymaking panel – the Federal Open Market Committee – to follow its legal dual mandate to keep inflation low and unemployment stable amidst GDP growth. It's a tricky balancing act. The goal: guide the economy away from recession and stagflation fears. Rising prices can lead to decreases in employment rates and higher job numbers lead to increased inflation. Related: Tariff uncertainty resets inflation, July interest rate cut bets The FOMC decided unanimously last month to hold the Federal Funds Rate steady at 4.25% - 4.50%, despite describing the U.S. economy as "stable." The reason: expected inflation from Trump's tariffs creeping up this summer, then through the supply chain into homes, factories, and retail outlets later this year. The Fed Funds rate is tied to the cost of borrowing money. More Federal Reserve: Fed interest rate cut decision resets forecasts for the rest of this yearFederal Reserve prepares strong message on long-term interest ratesFed official revamps interest-rate cut forecast for this year The Fed's prudent "wait-and-see" approach has the White House enraged. Trump has been very vocal that the politically independent central bank needs to slash the funds rate immediately by over 3%. This is to unleash what the president says is trillions of dollars in pent-up economic demand amidst somewhat stable inflation and job rates. Powell's term as chair is up in May, and he has said he won't resign. Trump has threatened to install a "shadow'' replacement Federal Reserve chair who will lead his charge to slash interest rates. Potential chair replacements whose names are making the rounds include: Treasury Secretary Scott BessentKevin Hassett, National Economic Council Warsh, a former Federal Reserve Waller, a current Federal Reserve governor. Warsh, Waller, and Federal Reserve Gov. Michelle Bowman have all said the FOMC should consider an interest rate cut beginning in July because expected tariff inflation spikes will not impact prices in the long run. Waller and Bowman both said a rate cut should be predicated upon June inflation and jobs reports. Waller, a Trump appointee, as is Powell, defended this position on June 10, saying data shows historically that tariff inflation is transitory. "It's not political,'' he said of his position. Trump told CNN on July 11 that he would not try to fire Powell. "No, I think he's doing a terrible job,'' the president said. When pressed if he would remove Powell, Trump replied: "No." Powell's response to the White House attacks has been that he is focused on doing his job per the outline of the central bank's dual mandate. The U.S. Supreme Court, in a May ruling, alluded that it would be illegal for the Trump administration to fire Powell. Market watchers have indicated that any effort to remove Powell would likely result in a sell-off. Expect the White House "shock and awe '' approach to continue, especially as the next FOMC meeting date of July 29-30 draws closer. Related: Federal Reserve chair sends strong message on July interest rate cut The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Daily Mail
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
She was an '80s teen pop princess who dated Ryan Seacrest and worked with Donald Trump but is now unrecognizable
She was a major teen pop singer in the 1980s with hit tunes such as Lost In Your Eyes. The New York native who plays the piano and guitar as well amassed a fortune with her winning up-tempo songs that the under-18 crowd became obsessed with. She went on to star on Broadway in popular shows like Grease and Cabaret. And the talent appeared on reality TV shows like Celebrity Apprentice (during season five with Donald Trump), Secret Celebrity Renovation and America's Most Musical Family. Then there was that racy Playboy photo shoot that won raves. She also dated TV stars Lorenzo Lamas and Ryan Seacrest. These days she still works plenty as she thrives in Las Vegas, but on Tuesday the diva was unrecognizable as she stepped out in very casual clothing during a heatwave. This celebrity dated Ryan Seacrest and worked with Donald Trump It's Debbie Gibson. Gibson was seen running errands in Sin City where she has been working. The versatile crooner was sporting extremely short shorts that revealed her underwear and slender legs. She also had on a printed camisole with lace trim and a dainty necklace as her blonde hair was clipped on one side and pulled up. Later Debbie added a NEW YORK sweatshirt as she looked at her cell phone. Earlier this month Gibson said she found it 'terrifying' to write her memoir. The singer has told her life story for the first time in her tome Eternally Electric: The Message in My Music - which is due for release on September 9. And she has found it all 'cathartic and exhausting process' but ultimately hopes to 'inspire' others. She told PEOPLE: 'I mean, listen, it's terrifying, the idea of putting out a book. Somebody said, Is it harder than writing a song? I'm like, a song is four minutes, and a book is 90,000 words. 'It has been such a cathartic and exhausting process. The motivation behind everything I do is to hopefully inspire people.' The Foolish Beat hitmaker thinks that readers may be surprised at what she has been through in her life but hopes that they will learn that they too can 'turn it around' like she did. She said: 'I always felt like the girl who was like, people would say, 'Well, if you could do it, I could do it.' I hope they read this book and they say, 'Oh my God, you went through that? I went through that. And you turned that around. Great, I want to turn that around.' Debbie - who shot to fame as a teenager with her debut album Out of the Blue and later branched out into a career in TV and film as well as Broadway theatre - has been on a US tour recently. She reflected that the whole experience has been 'very, very profound and meaningful' because it has informed how she has written the book. She said: 'I actually kind of set certain things around being at certain shows, and I've tried to take the reader on the journey with me with stops in the present and looking back at the same time. 'It's very, very profound and meaningful.' The pop phenomenon told the Nevada Ballet Theatre years ago that her heart is in her music. She relayed that her deep rooted passion for music has enabled her to connect with audiences and tell stories the 'way I first wrote them.' 'I have always loved breaking songs down to their purest form and Acoustic Youth will find me at the keys, super intimate, telling stories and playing the songs the way I first wrote them on the piano,' she shared. 'My audience and I share a connection that allows for me to be super in the moment and this show will find me truly taking in every moment and free flowing so that no two shows are alike! 'There may be some unexpected surprises on my set list and I can't wait to experience this unique moment that marries the then and the now and with my community who has been with me on this journey for over three and a half decades,' she shared. Gibson released her debut album in 1987 and went on to successfully star on Broadway.
Hindustan Times
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Socialite Roxy Jacenko reveals weight loss routine, says she can wear 13-year-old daughter's clothes
Australian businesswoman and socialite Roxy Jacenko has undergone a complete transformation. The Celebrity Apprentice season 3 participant revealed on Instagram Stories that she is now wearing her 13-year-old daughter Pixie's clothes. Jacenko, 44, added that her weight loss routine allowed her to fit into her teenage daughter's clothes, People reported. Socialite Roxy Jacenko revealed she had drastic weight loss (Instagram) On Instagram Stories, Roxy Jacenko dropped a photo of herself in a White Fox sky blue dress. The outfit featured sequins and star appliqués. The 44-year-old businesswoman wrote that her daughter was at school so she decided to try out the new purchase. Roxy Jacenko said she wore her 13-year-old daughter's clothes(Instagram) Roxy Jacenko's weight loss journey The PR professional told Daily Mail Australia that she is engaging in contrast therapy. The measure involves taking baths in warm and cold water on weekdays. It is believed to help improve blood circulation throughout your body. Roxy Jacenko also does 40 minutes in an infrared sauna daily as well as low-weight exercises and a 45-minute workout on the treadmill at speed six. She only eats one meal a day, which is focused on salad and protein. Jacenko has lost almost 30 pounds, People reported. The socialite also explained that she has given up on alcohol. "Okay, so I got a trillion questions about alcohol. I got into a VERY bad habit and could finish off one of these a week, solo, without thinking twice," she added. The 44-year-old claimed that she now sticks to dusting bottles of alcohol instead of opening them. Also read: Fourth of July 2025: Social media abuzz with patriotic messages on Independence Day Roxy Jacenko on Ozempic overdose The PR professional recollected that she once overdosed on the drug Ozempic in order to boost her weight loss efforts. Jaccenko said she had taken four times the dosage recommended by her doctor, leading to non-stop shaking and vomiting. 'I thought I was actually going to die. I have had cancer, radiation therapy, all of that. It doesn't even compare to how bad I felt when I took this drug,' she said in an interview with The Saturday Telegraph. FAQs Who is Roxy Jacenko? She is an Australian PR professional, businesswoman and socialite. What did Roxy Jacenko reveal about her weight loss journey? The 44-year-old said that she had lost nearly 30 pounds and could now fit into her daughter's dresses. How many times does Roxy Jacenko eat in a day? She eats only once a day.
Scottish Sun
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Piers Morgan reveals he turned down big money reality TV show just last week – saying ‘my parents would disown me'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PIERS Morgan has revealed that he turned down a big money reality TV show just last week. Journalist and presenter Piers, 60, admitted that if he went on the show his "parents would disown" him. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Piers Morgan has revealed that he turned down a big money reality TV show just last week Credit: Rex 5 Journalist and presenter Piers admitted that if he went on the show his 'parents would disown' him Credit: Alamy Piers is no stranger when it comes to reality TV, appearing on Celebrity Apprentice in 2008 and as a judge on both America and Britain's Got Talent. But there is one show in particular which is off the cards for the broadcaster. Speaking on the Rosebud with Gyles Brandreth podcast Piers revealed that he turned down a huge reality TV show just last week. Speaking on the latest episode of the pod he says of his parents: 'One thing they always said to me was 'Don't ever do the jungle, I'm A Celebrity', I always remember this and last week I got a call from ITV 'Could we tempt you to do the jungle?' 'And I went 'There's actually not enough money at ITV to get me to go in that jungle because my parents would disown me'. That for them was the red line. ' 'So you won't ever see me munching kangaroo testicles, I'm afraid.' I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here sees a star-studded line-up swap their luxurious lifestyle for Bushtucker trials in the Australian jungle. The famous faces are put through trials and torment as they battle it out to become Queen or King of the jungle. Back in 2022 Piers asked for £5million to do the famous TV show fronted by comedy duo Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly. Kanye West 'storms off' during Piers Morgan interview after chat with sunglasses-clad rapper 'didn't go well' He was previously asked if he was planning to follow in Matt Hancock's footsteps who shocked the nation when appeared on the show in 2022. Piers told The Sun at its Who Cares Wins awards: "I would rather shoot myself slowly with a slow moving bullet that corroded through every bone in my body before it finished me off than go into the jungle with people like Matt Hancock. "My parents have actually said to me they would put up with anything - and I've put them through a lot - but not the jungle. "It's a step too far. That's their red line. I'd get disowned." Piers fuelled rumours he'd finally been persuaded to sign up to the gruelling reality show on X (formerly known as Twitter). He tweeted: "Like I said, £5million and I'll come and munch kangaroo testicles. Not a penny less." 5 Back in 2022 Piers Morgan asked for £5million to do famous TV show I'm A Celeb Credit: Dan Charity 5 Piers Morgan appeared on Celebrity Apprentice in 2008 which is fronted by Donald Trump
