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Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Melania Trump Wears Thom Browne for White House's Fourth of July Picnic
Melania Trump chose a crisp white Thom Browne shirtdress to attend the White House's Independence Day picnic on Friday. The first lady joined U.S. President Donald Trump in hosting the annual event on the South Lawn, welcoming military families for a celebration marking America's 249th birthday. The dress, a cotton poplin A-line shirt dress, featured a sharp collar, button-down front, and a distinctive grosgrain tab at the waist adorned with Thom Browne's signature red, white and blue stripe — a quiet tribute to the holiday's colors. Melania completed her ensemble with red snake-embossed Manolo Blahnik shoes. More from WWD Melania Trump Wears New York-made Adam Lippes Suit for U.S. Army Grand Military Parade Usha Vance's Stylist Bought New York-made Shoshanna Dress for Kennedy Center Event Melania Trump Wears Metallic Louboutins for Kennedy Center's 'Les Misérables' Opening Night In 2018, Thom Browne spoke about the possibility of dressing Melania during a Q&A at 92Y. 'Look, I respect her as the First Lady and it is something that I would respect,' Browne said at the time. Melania previously wore a Thom Browne design at her husband's second swearing-in ceremony in January. The Independence Day picnic itself was a festive affair, featuring remarks from President Trump and a B-2 bomber flyover as part of the celebrations. Military families enjoyed classic picnic fare, lawn games, and a fireworks display, with the first lady greeting guests. The first lady has been embracing conservative silhouettes in the past couple of months. In June, she attended the celebrations of the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary with the Grand Military Parade wearing an ivory and navy pinstriped double-breasted blazer with silver-tone buttons and a coordinating long skirt from Adam Lippes. On Thursday, Melania was also seen visiting the Children's National Hospital wearing a polka dot dress by Gabriela Hearst paired with a matching pencil skirt and Roger Vivier ballet flats. View Gallery Launch Gallery: Melania Trump's Style Through the Years: From Front Rows to the White House Best of WWD A Look Back at Fourth of July Celebrations at the White House Princess Diana's Birthday Looks Through the Years: Her Sleek Black Jacques Azagury Dress, Vibrant Colors and More Lauren Sánchez's Fashion Evolution Through the Years: From Her Days as TV News Anchor to Today
Daily Mail
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Donald Trump kisses Melania at July 4th party
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump were caught kissing from the Truman Balcony on Friday ahead of Washington, D.C.'s grand Fourth of July fireworks display. The first couple kissed and hugged as supporters down below 'awww'-ed the scene. Trump hosted military families on the South Lawn for the occasion, marking the holiday with a picnic. Earlier in the night, he delivered a speech from the balcony before signing his 'Big Beautiful Bill' into law, as Congress made good on a promise to pass the mega piece of legislation before the Trump-imposed July 4 deadline. There were also a trio of military flyovers, including B-2 bombers, the stealth jets used in recent military action over Iran. The Trumps had slipped into the West Wing but returned to watch the annual fireworks display over the National Mall. The DJ played patriotic tunes — but also a number of eyebrow-raising pop songs from artists like Katy Perry and Lady Gaga, who vocally supported Trump's Democratic rivals Hillary Clinton, Joe Biden, and Kamala Harris. Perry's song "Firework" was played. Other tracks included HOT TO GO! by Chappell Roan and Defying Gravity, sung by Cynthia Erivo in Wicked — both popular LGBTQ artists. A number of country hits were also in the mix. Audience members shouted 'four more years' and 'eight more years.' Trump is three and a half years into his second term and is Constitutionally ineligible to run again — despite some Republicans backing an amendment to allow it, citing his unique situation of serving two non-consecutive terms. His walk-on song, Lee Greenwood's "God Bless the USA," was played multiple times during the event. As the fireworks ended, YMCA played — Trump's traditional walk-off tune. He did his trademark dance and even got Melania to briefly join in, though neither performed the YMCA letter moves. The crowd included Cabinet members and Trump officials such as Joint Chiefs Chair Dan 'Razin' Caine, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, and EPA Secretary Lee Zeldin. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt was photographed holding up the 'Big, Beautiful Bill' after Trump's signing. Wiles was seen in conversation with Katie Miller, wife of top adviser Stephen Miller, who worked for VP Mike Pence in the previous administration and has been working with Elon Musk in this one. After weeks of tension over the bill, Musk is now threatening to start a political party and support Republicans like Rep. Thomas Massie. Trump and Melania departed for their Bedminster, New Jersey golf resort after the celebration, with the president pumping his fist as they boarded Air Force One.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Fifth Third Bank review (2025): A regional bank with extensive checking account options
Summary: Fifth Third Bank has a lengthy history that dates back to the founding of the Bank of the Ohio Valley in 1858. Following mergers and acquisitions, the bank became Fifth Third National Bank around the turn of the century. The bank's headquarters are in Cincinnati, Ohio, and it operates over 1,100 branches in 10 states. Fifth Third ranked among our top 10 best national and super regional banks of 2025. Momentum Checking: This checking account has no monthly fees and doesn't require a minimum opening deposit. It also has no minimum balance, and you won't be charged a fee if your balance falls below a certain amount. It provides access to over 2,400 fee-free ATMs and more than 1,100 branch locations across 10 states. It also includes access to a nationwide network of partner ATMs. Preferred Checking: With the Preferred Checking account, you gain access to certain perks, such as unlimited check writing, better loan rates, and complimentary Fifth Third Identity Alert. There is a $25 monthly fee, which can be waived if you achieve a combined total balance of at least $100,000 across your deposit and investment accounts one time per month. Student Checking: This account is available to kids or students age 13 and up. There is no minimum opening deposit or minimum balance required. Military Checking: Military families (including active duty, retired, reserve/guard, and veterans) receive special benefits with checking accounts, such as special VA home loan rates, 10 free non-Fifth Third ATM transactions per month, and more. There is no monthly service charge when you open a Fifth Third Momentum Checking account, or a $5 discount on the monthly service charge if you open a Fifth Third Preferred Checking account. Express Banking: This account provides the advantages of a secure, easy-to-access bank account, with built-in safeguards to help you manage your money better. Though it has a $5 monthly fee, there is no balance requirement. This account also does not charge overdraft fees. Account holders also get benefits such as early direct deposit, 24/7 mobile and online banking, and credit-building tools. ABLE Checking: This account allows individuals with disabilities and their families to save for future qualified expenses without losing access to federal benefits. It's available through participating state plans. There is a $2 monthly service fee, which can be waived if you have an average monthly balance of $250 or more during your statement cycle, or if you sign up for paperless statements. The Momentum Savings account is a basic savings account that can be paired with the Momentum Checking account. It earns very little interest with a 0.01% APY, and a $5 monthly fee applies if you don't maintain a $500 minimum balance. On the plus side, there is no minimum opening balance, and overdraft protection is fee-free with a linked Momentum Checking account. With the Relationship Money Market account, your standard savings account is elevated to a high-interest savings account. There is a $5 monthly service fee, which can be waived if you meet one of the following requirements: You have a Fifth Third checking account (not including Fifth Third Express Banking). You maintain an average monthly balance of $500 or more. Someone under age 18 is an owner of the account. You are enrolled in Fifth Third Military Banking. Fifth Third offers various CD terms. Promotional CDs range from three to 24 months, while standard CDs range from seven days to 84 months. While the standard CDs offer more term choices, they all have an APY of 0.01%. Promotional CDs offer competitive interest rates, with the top rate exceeding 4%. However, the promotional rates require a $5,000 minimum deposit, while the standard CDs only require a $500 deposit. In addition to monthly fees associated with certain accounts, Fifth Third Bank charges fees for specific transactions or services. Here are some of the pros and cons to consider before opening an account with Fifth Third. Pros Fee-free checking account: The Momentum Checking account has no monthly fee, regardless of your account balance. Early direct deposit: Customers can get early access to direct deposits, including paychecks, government benefits, and more, up to two days before the scheduled date. For federal tax refunds, you may receive funds up to five days early. Extensive ATM network: Over 2,400 in-network ATMs are available, and Fifth Third has partner ATMs nationwide. Cons Low APY on savings: The standard savings account has just a 0.01% APY. The same applies to non-promotional CDs. Limited branch locations: Although it has many branches in certain states, none exist outside the 10 states where Fifth Third Bank operates. High overdraft fee: Incurring an overdraft costs $37 per transaction, which is on the high end for the industry. Fifth Third Bank has an online chat that is available 24/7 for customers. Phone support is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET, and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET. Phone support is not available on Sundays. Fifth Third's mobile app is highly rated, with a 4.6-star rating on Google Play store and a 4.8-star rating on the Apple App Store. The app has several useful features, such as checking your account balance and transactions, transferring money, paying bills, and depositing checks. Fifth Third has taken several steps to advance social and environmental causes. For example, its Empowering Black Futures program committed $180 million in investment through the program, a goal which it has already exceeded. It has extended the original timeframe for the program through 2025 to continue providing assistance. It also pledged $180 million toward environmental causes, a goal it had already exceeded as of 2023. In 2023, the bank provided $1.3 billion in lending for renewable energy projects. It also financed $19.6 billion in social projects as part of its $100 billion environmental and social target. Read more: What is sustainable banking? Fifth Third's customer service number is 800-972-3030. Phone support is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET and on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET. Yes, Fifth Third Bank is backed by the FDIC and deposits are guaranteed up to $250,000 per account holder, per ownership category. Fifth Third has several different routing numbers for different cities and regions. You can find your routing number on the bank's website. Although some of Firth Third's accounts have good features, its standard savings account earns very little interest. It also charges high overdraft fees, and much of the country doesn't have a branch nearby. Fifth Third can be a good bank if you prefer a brick-and-mortar bank that offers a checking account with no monthly fees. However, other banks offer better interest rates or make it easier to avoid fees. Fifth Third is a very stable bank. It celebrated its 165th anniversary in 2023.
Fox News
30-05-2025
- General
- Fox News
Biden's first public remarks since cancer diagnosis honor Gold Star families
Former President Joe Biden honored fallen service members and Gold Star families Friday at a Memorial Day service in Delaware, marking his first public remarks since announcing he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. "We come together and remember the debt we owe to the American military," Biden said at the event, sponsored by the Delaware Commission of Veteran Affairs. "The military is a solid spine, the spine of our nation," Biden said. "Our troops, our veterans, our military families, and our Gold Star families in particular. Only around 1% of all Americans defend 99% of us — 1%. Just 1% of Americans risk the ultimate sacrifice. We owe them so much more than we can ever repay them." A Gold Star family is the immediate family of service members who died while serving in the line of duty. For the Biden family, the day is deeply personal as May 30 marks 10 years since Biden's son Beau died of brain cancer. Beau Biden served in the Delaware Army National Guard for more than 10 years, completing a tour in Iraq where he earned the Bronze Star for his service, and became the state's attorney general before his death. Biden said that his son's proudest moment was wearing his uniform and said appearing at the event eased the pain of the loss of his son. He also offered some words of encouragement to others suffering loss as well. "Everyone who came here today to grieve, who was grieving in your heart, please know you're not alone," Biden said. "You'll never be alone. And your loved one will never be forgotten. Period." Biden said that Beau Biden's son, Hunter, 19, was present at the event, while he reminisced about attending the exact same Memorial Day event as a senator with Beau Biden around the same age. The former president also said that politics has become divided — but that the sacrifices of those in the military to defend democracy should unite everyone. "Our troops don't wear a uniform that says I'm a Democrat or a Republican, says I'm an American," Biden said. "I'm an American. That's who I am." Biden announced May 18 that he had been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer. The former president's office later said he had never received a prostate cancer diagnosis. The announcement came amid heightened scrutiny about Biden's mental fitness for office, following the publication of multiple books this year chronicling the deterioration of Biden's mental faculties. Likewise, leaked audio recordings of Biden's October 2023 interview with former special counsel Robert Hur were released in May, showing that Biden struggled to not slur his words and even appeared to forget the year his son died.
Fox News
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
The biggest scandal in presidential history, a triumphant trip for Trump, and more from Fox News Opinion
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