Facing arguably the roughest stretch to date of his campaign for the U.S. Senate, Democratic candidate Graham Platner, back on home turf, thanked a large crowd of supporters for having his back and charging the incoming fire he's facing as "politically motivated." Platner, the military veteran and oyster farmer who is aiming to oust longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins in this year's midterm elections , has been playing defense amid multiple controversies, ranging from inflammatory online comments made on Reddit, a well-publicized and now covered-up tattoo on his chest that resembled a Nazi symbol, to new allegations last week from ex-girlfriends of a history of rape fantasies, heavy drinking and violent episodes. "When hurtful things I said on the internet a decade ago came out into the public as I shared my personal journey through PTSD and darkness of recovery and accountability and growth. Maine had my back," Platner said at a rally Friday. "Now, ...

An overcrowded migrant vessel carrying 240 people and taking on water was intercepted near the Turks and Caicos Islands after authorities raced to prevent a potential maritime disaster. The U.S. Coast Guard said it conducted a joint operation Sunday with U.S. Customs and Border Protection Air and Marine Operations and the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) to stop a vessel carrying hundreds of migrants who claimed Haitian nationality. According to a Coast Guard news release, authorities received a report of "an unlawful migrant voyage" approximately 15 miles south of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Video released by the Coast Guard shows responding crews assisting local authorities as they secured and towed the overcrowded vessel. TURKS AND CAICOS TRAVEL WARNING ISSUED AS MIGRANTS DESCEND ON POPULAR VACATION SPOT IN DROVES The Turks and Caicos Islands Border Force later took custody of the vessel and its passengers, the Coast Guard said. More than 140 person...

The Carolina Hurricanes have evened up the Stanley Cup Final in thrilling fashion, coming back from down 2-0 to win in overtime, 4-3. It was Seth Jarvis, who has been criticized for not having his usual production in the playoffs, hammering home a power-play one-timer to send the crowd into a frenzy as the Hurricanes salvaged a home game before heading on the road.   This game looked like another chapter in Brett Howden's surprising playoff run. The Golden Knights forward scored just 12 goals during the regular season, but his two-goal performance in this contest brought his postseason total to 13. He is in clear contention for the Conn Smythe Trophy as the most valuable player in the playoffs. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM His first goal of this game was from a nifty Mitch Marner floater down ice. It’s unknown if he was trying to find Howden on the other end, or just clearing his own zone, but it worked out as Howden settled the puck and was quick to snap a ...

A buffalo with a distinctive hairstyle is going viral for its resemblance to President Donald Trump . The rare albino buffalo, nicknamed "Donald Trump," has become a sensation at Bangladesh’s national zoo thanks to its blond tuft of hair, which many say resembles the president’s signature look. The animal first gained attention after a local farmer noticed the resemblance. A video of the pale, horned buffalo quickly spread across social media, drawing crowds to a farm outside Dhaka where it was being kept. 'SUPER RARE' ALBINO SQUIRREL SPOTTED ON GOLF COURSE: 'KEEP AN EYE OUT' The buffalo was originally sold and slated for slaughter during Eid al-Adha , the Muslim "Feast of Sacrifice," but government officials intervened and ordered the animal transferred to the national zoo in the capital. Since arriving at the zoo, the buffalo has attracted large crowds and sparked debate over its unusual nickname. Some visitors embraced the comparison. DAVID MARCUS...

President Donald Trump said Wednesday evening that he plans to nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to permanently lead the Department of Justice. In a video posted to social media by White House Deputy Chief of Staff Dan Scavino, Trump can be seen announcing that he will nominate Blanche for the position after he assumed the role on an interim basis following former Attorney General Pam Bondi's firing in early April. "Tomorrow I'm instructing Dan [Scavino] and everybody else that's involved in that very complicated process, which is gonna go, I think, very quickly, that we are going to make him permanent Attorney General," Trump said in the video, which was recorded during a Rose Garden Club Dinner on Wednesday evening at the White House. This is a developing story; please check back for updates. from Latest & Breaking News on Fox News https://ift.tt/EvjWL2u via IFTTT

Game 1 lived up to the billing thanks to a dynamite performance from its biggest star, Jalen Brunson. The San Antonio Spurs couldn't hang with the Knicks in Game 1, as New York took a 1-0 series lead with a clutch 105-95 victory. The Knicks have now won 12 consecutive postseason games. The Knicks' 12-game postseason winning streak is tied with the 1999 Spurs for second all-time. Only the 2017 Warriors won more at 15, putting New York within reach. Most Knicks fans had "winning on the road" on their championship bingo card. Their team did not disappoint. KNICKS FANS SEND NYC INTO CHAOS AFTER FRANCHISE REACHES FIRST NBA FINALS SINCE 1999 Brunson rose to the occasion against Victor Wembanyama, helping New York outlast the young and inexperienced Spurs. Game 1 delivered drama early. In the first quarter, Brunson exited with an apparent leg injury , frequently grimacing and favoring his right knee. The scare over Brunson's knee was short-lived. After a brief trip to ...