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I was lucky enough to escape Cuban socialism. America’s 250th reminds me why

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, I find myself reflecting not only on this nation's remarkable journey , but also on my own. I was born in Cuba under a socialist system that promised equality and prosperity but delivered scarcity, repression and limited opportunity. At 16, my family left the island and embarked on a difficult journey through Central America in search of something millions around the world still seek today: freedom. My story is not unique. It is part of a larger American story repeated for generations. Immigrants from Cuba, Venezuela, Eastern Europe and countless other places have come to the United States not because it is perfect, but because it offers something rare in human history: the freedom to build a better life through hard work, personal initiative, and individual liberty. As we approach the semiquincentennial of the United States, Americans should consider a simple question: Why do people flee socialist societies and risk everythin...

Marina Mabrey ties WNBA single-game scoring record with 53 points in Tempo's historic win

For the third time in WNBA history, a player has scored 53 points. Toronto Tempo star Marina Mabrey tied the single-game scoring record with 53 points in a dominant 125-94 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Thursday night. Only A’ja Wilson and Liz Cambage have reached that 53-point mark before Mabrey. Mabrey, who poured in nine three-pointers in the win, helped the Tempo set the highest point total scored in a regulation game in WNBA history. The Phoenix Mercury scored 127 points in a 2010 game, though it was double overtime. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Mabrey was clearly feeling it in this game, scoring 27 points by halftime. Then, she poured in 12 more by the end of the third quarter, giving herself an incredible 39 points. With the game seemingly out of reach, it was clear that the Tempo were feeding Mabrey in hopes that she could set a new WNBA record. Mabrey was launching three-pointers and drilling them, and she ultimately reached the 53-point mark as...

Team USA falls to Türkiye in final seconds, still set for round of 32 match vs Bosnia and Herzegovina

The United States men's national soccer team lost its final Group D match to Türkiye, 3-2, as Kaan Ayhan scored on the final shot of the game in a crushing blow to the home country.  The only, and more important, caveat: this game never affected the United States' chances of winning the FIFA World Cup in the first place. Yes, Team USA was trying to take momentum into the round of 32 next week, and even make history for the country as the first team to win three World Cup matches. Instead, it's some slight heartbreak in Los Angeles. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM   Meanwhile, Türkiye, who has had a lackluster tournament, will go home on a high note as they celebrated their hard-fought win against a USMNT squad that saw nine changes to the starting XI from head coach Mauricio Pochettino to keep players fresh for next week.  The crowd was shaking during the national anthem, but all of Inglewood, Calif. likely felt the moment Auston Trusty hammered in a co...

Former New Jersey middle school teacher indicted on new charges including manufacturing child abuse material

A former New Jersey middle school teacher accused of having a sexual relationship with a student was indicted Wednesday on new charges, including manufacturing child sexual abuse material, prosecutors said. Ashley Fisler, 36, of Washington Township, now faces a 12-count indictment that also includes sexual assault of a minor and a pattern of official misconduct, according to the Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office. According to prosecutors, the alleged victim, who is now an adult, told police he had an unlawful sexual relationship with Fisler while he was a minor and she was his teacher at Orchard Valley Middle School. Prosecutors said the victim described multiple sexual encounters that allegedly took place in Fisler's vehicle and classroom in 2021. NEW JERSEY MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER CHARGED WITH CHILD SEX ASSAULT AFTER ALLEGED SEXUAL RELATIONSHIP WITH STUDENT Investigators said they recovered text messages that allegedly demonstrated the unlawful nature of the relationship...

Officials ask for help identifying person in Reflecting Pool damage investigation

The U.S. Park Police is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a person captured on camera as part of an investigation into damage to the Reflecting Pool and the alleged destruction of government property in Washington, D.C. Police said the incident happened Friday at about 3:36 p.m. at the Reflecting Pool on the grounds of the Lincoln Memorial in the nation's capital. Video released by police shows what appears to be a person kneeling next to the Reflecting Pool and reaching an arm into the water. The person appears to have dark hair and is wearing a gray shirt and black shorts while carrying a light-colored handbag. WHO IS DAVID HEARN? US OLYMPIAN WHO DENIES VANDALIZING REFLECTING POOL AFTER VIRAL ARREST Police said the investigation follows President Donald Trump's attempt to resurface the Reflecting Pool, which resulted in peeling paint and algae that discolored the intended "American Flag Blue" appearance of the water to a swampy green. Trump and ot...

Terrion Arnold, Lions' 2024 first-round pick, charged with kidnapping and armed robbery in Florida

Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold was arrested in connection with an alleged kidnapping and robbery that investigators say occurred in February, the Tampa Police Department announced on Wednesday night. Police previously arrested six other individuals accused of participating in what authorities described as a "targeted armed robbery " on Feb. 4. Arnold turned himself in and was taken into custody at Orient Road Jail in Hillsborough County on Wednesday night. He is charged with four counts of kidnapping and four counts of armed robbery. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "We are aware of the matter and have been in contact with the club. We have no further comment at this time," an NFL spokesperson told Fox News Digital. The Lions have not immediately responded to a request for comment by Fox News Digital. According to investigators, Arnold rented an Airbnb in Largo, Florida , where he periodically stayed with several co-defendants: Arianna De...

Knicks parade attendee who dumped trash on sidewalk identified as JPMorgan Chase DEI exec, promptly fired

The New York Knicks winning the NBA Finals was a tremendous accomplishment for the organization and its players, while also bringing a joyous end to the team's long championship drought for fans. It was also an excuse for those same fans to engage in some, well, typically New York behavior in the aftermath and celebrations. Particularly during the celebratory parade that went down the city's "Canyon of Heroes" corridor on June 18. Fans climbed atop cars, garbage trucks and just about any elevated surface for a better view. But nobody attracted more attention than a woman who spotted a Knicks-colored trash can and promptly dumped its contents onto the street. KNICKS FANS CLIMB ON POLICE CARS, SANITATION TRUCKS; COUNTLESS OTHERS UNABLE TO GET INTO JAM-PACKED PARADE It exemplified everything wrong with sports fans being unable to behave themselves during celebrations and parades. And it turns out the woman responsible exemplifies everything wrong with corporate diversi...