Plus: Report Raises Questions About Whether Air India Pilot Cut Off Fuel To Engines Seconds Before Crash

Good evening,

It’s too hot outside for my daily run, so tonight I’ll be doing some “Japanese walking” — the latest fitness craze that’s actually decades old.

What it looks like: Walk briskly for three minutes, followed by three minutes at a slower pace — repeating the cycle for 30 minutes, at least four days a week.
- A study published about 20 years ago by researchers in Japan found that middle-aged and older adults who practiced interval walking saw improvements in blood pressure, strength, and aerobic capacity compared to those who walked at a steady pace.
- More recent studies have also found that it improves cholesterol, flexibility, sleep, and cognitive functions.

The method earned the nickname “Japanese walking” because the original study took place in Japan, but interval walking can be found anywhere .

I feel like I have a leg up — pun intended — since I’m already a fast walker… the real challenge might be slowing down for the three-minute stretches.

Lauren
Producer

🚨 ONE IMPORTANT THING

MAGA Divided Over Epstein Files — Why It’s Become A “Ride Or Die” Issue & If It Will Go Away

The Trump administration’s two-page memo attempting to put to bed the Jeffrey Epstein case has sparked deep divisions within the MAGA base, prompting President Trump to play peacemaker and try to unify his supporters.

“We’re on one Team, MAGA, and I don’t like what’s happening,” Trump wrote in a lengthy Truth Social post Sunday, encouraging his supporters to “not waste time and energy” on Epstein.

The statement follows a week of growing frustration on the right over the Department of Justice and FBI’s joint memo, which concluded that there is no evidence that the financier and child sex offender was murdered in his prison cell in 2019, nor that he had blackmailed powerful figures or maintained a “client list.”

BONDI VS. BONGINO
Inside the Trump administration, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino has reportedly told colleagues he’s considering resigning after clashing with Attorney General Pam Bondi, his boss, over how the administration handled the Epstein report. Bongino reportedly skipped work on Friday.

Middleman: Trump appeared to be toeing the line on both sides over the weekend, saying Bondi is doing a “FANTASTIC JOB!” in a Truth Social post, and later calling Bongino, who took office in March, “a very good guy.” When asked if Bongino is still serving as deputy FBI director, Trump said, “He’s in good shape.”

HOW WE GOT HERE
The Epstein case has captivated a large portion of Trump’s circle for years. Many of MAGA’s leading voices, including now-FBI Director Kash Patel and Bongino, have made comments on podcasts questioning how Epstein died and demanding the release of an alleged “client list” of powerful people in his orbit. Trump said on the campaign trail that he was open to releasing the full Epstein files if reelected.

In May, both Patel and Bongino changed their tune and said Epstein killed himself, but reportedly have taken issue with the vague, inconclusive report and the fact that the administration has said the case is closed.
Also coming under fire are comments Bondi made on Fox News, in February, that an Epstein “client list” was on her desk “to review” — something she has since walked back.
- That month, the DOJ released the “first phase” of Epstein-related files — which included information already publicly available.
One major sticking point: Along with last week’s memo, the DOJ released security camera footage from outside Epstein’s prison cell. A Wired investigation into the 11-hour video — which is missing one minute of footage — reveals it was edited and saved at least four times, likely using the video editing tool Adobe Premiere Pro.
- The “missing minute” has been explained as a glitch of the old 1990s-based recording system, which goes down each night to reset.

Major MAGA voices like Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, and Steve Bannon have accused the administration of a cover-up.

WHAT’S NEXT
Trump’s former press secretary Sean Spicer told Mo News Friday that the case has become a “ride-or-die” issue, especially for younger conservatives who view it as a symbol of covering up for “elites.”

Spicer said the administration wants to move on, but warned it may not be that simple — especially if influencers like Charlie Kirk or Carlson keep “beating the drum,” or if a whistleblower comes forward saying they’ve seen the so-called “client list”.
Flip flop: After riling up a crowd on the issue over the weekend, Kirk said Monday, "I’m done talking about Epstein for the time being. I’m going to trust my friends in the administration." The president reportedly called Kirk over the weekend.
- Meanwhile, Carlson told NBC that he doesn’t believe the DOJ has “much relevant information about Jeffrey Epstein’s sex crimes” and blames Bondi for fanning the flames that have led to the backlash.

Spicer notes that if a list really does exist – and former Epstein lawyer Alan Dershowitz reports he’s seen it – then the story is unlikely to go away.

🎧 Listen to the full interview with Sean Spicer on the Mo News Premium Podcast — join today at mo.news/premium. We discuss everything from immigration raids and tariffs to Trump’s evolving foreign policy and the growing rift inside the MAGA movement.

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🚨 ONE THING WE’RE FOLLOWING

Air India Crash Report Raises Questions About Whether Pilot Cut Off Fuel To Engines

Air India and two Indian pilot associations are warning not to jump to conclusions after investigators said Friday that the fuel to both engines of Air India Flight 171 was cut off just seconds after takeoff, leading to the June 12 crash that killed all but one of the 242 on board and 19 people on the ground.

The preliminary report from India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau appeared to rule out mechanical failure or a design flaw in the plane, and is now focused on sabotage or pilot error.

INSIDE THE FLIGHT
The London-bound plane crashed about 30 seconds after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, striking a medical college.

According to cockpit voice recordings, one pilot asked the other why he cut the fuel off several seconds into the flight. The other pilot denied he shut off the fuel to the engines.
- Several seconds later, the fuel was turned back on, but it was too late for the plane to recover.

The report notes that the aircraft’s fuel shutoff switches are designed to prevent accidental activation and require multiple deliberate steps to operate. Both switches were moved to the “CUTOFF” position one second apart — and then switched back to “RUN” 10 and 14 seconds later, too late to regain power and stop the descent.

Experts say it is unlikely this sequence could have occurred without human intervention, whether intentional or accidental.

The report recommended no action for the aircraft or engine manufacturers, Boeing and General Electric.

PUSHBACK
Air India’s chief executive Campbell Wilson told staff in a memo that the investigation was “far from over" and cautioned against drawing conclusions.

Two Indian pilot associations condemned speculation of intentional pilot action, calling it “reckless” and “deeply insensitive” without verified evidence.
- One group also expressed concern over the “secrecy surrounding these investigations.”
- U.S. officials have also reportedly expressed frustration over the slow release of data from the crash, including analyzing the plane's black box.

⏳ THE SPEED READ

🚨NATION

Trump threatens Russia with 100% tariffs as he sends new weapons to Ukraine through NATO (MO NEWS)
“I’m in it to win it”: Cuomo will remain in NYC mayoral race after primary loss (MO NEWS)
Suspect kills 2 women in Kentucky church after shooting state trooper, police say (AP)
Deadly overnight blaze claims 9 lives at Massachusetts assisted living home as rescue efforts continue (FOX)
Wildfire destroys historic Grand Canyon Lodge, North Rim closes for the season (ABC)

🌎 AROUND THE WORLD

'I asked for a realistic plan': Netanyahu pushes IDF for alternatives to Gaza humanitarian city (JERUSALEM POST)
Dozens killed in clashes between Druze and Bedouin in southern Syria (BBC)
South Africa's president creates commission to look at police corruption allegations (NPR)
Small plane crashes at London Southend Airport, killing all 4 passengers on board (ABC)

📱BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH

Bitcoin hits new high above $120,000 as U.S. lawmakers begin ‘Crypto Week’ (CNBC)
Number of kids accidentally swallowing nicotine pouches increased 763% in recent years, study finds (CBS)
WHO recommends twice-a-year HIV prevention shot as concern looms over funding for global HIV fight (CNN)
Starbucks changes remote work policy, requires employees in office 4 days amid turnaround effort (FOX)

🎬 SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Hacked Elmo X account calls for death to Jews, Trump to release Epstein files (MO NEWS)
Jannik Sinner tops Carlos Alcaraz in rematch to win Wimbledon (ESPN)
‘Superman’ and DC Studios fly to a $122 million opening weekend (ABC)
First Harry Potter image released as production begins (BBC)
‘Love Island USA’ crowns Amaya and Bryan as winning couple of show’s tumultuous seventh season (AP)

ICYMI FROM THE 📲

In case you missed it… Some social media influencers are jumping on the “Sharpie lip liner” trend — using permanent markers to outline their lips before applying gloss or lipstick.

While the markers are being touted as a cheaper alternative to traditional lip liner, they contain chemicals and solvents found in paint thinners, metal cleaners, and even gasoline — prompting doctors’ warnings ⚠️.
- “The risk is not worth it,” Dermatologist Dr. Brooke Jeffy told Fox News Digital. “I would just have concerns that some of these potential toxins would get absorbed to a level that might be concerning for overall health risks.”

Most viral trends come and go, but is this one… permanent?