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Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang discusses social media playing a role in anti-Israel protests taking place on college campuses, the EcoHealth Alliance president's testimony on Capitol Hill and the growing China threat. China may be playing a significant role in the anti-Israel protests by using TikTok to foment division on college campuses. Gordon Chang, a senior fellow at the Gatestone Institute and vocal critic of the Communist Party of China, said the adversary’s actions are an "act of war" as it uses the "curation algorithm of TikTok" to instigate protests."We know of the Hamas videos on that platform [TikTok] – 96.5% of them support the terrorist group. And this echoes what China did in 2020," Chang said."In 2020, an intelligence unit of the People’s Liberation ...

Homebuyers won't get a break with home prices anytime soon. (iStock) Home prices kept climbing in February and hit a new all-time record, defying odds that higher mortgage rates might have a more pronounced negative impact on gains, according to the latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller national home price index report. Home prices are now 6.4% above their level this time last year, up from the 6% increase registered in January. The 10-city composite increased 8% annually from 7.4% the previous month. At the same time, the 20-city composite posted a rise of 7.3%, up from 6.6% the previous month.  Across the nation, home prices increased 0.6% month-over-month after dipping the previous month. The 10-city composite registered 1% growth, while the 20-city composite increased by 0.9...

Much of the new plan is already covered under SAVE, but key new provisions raise the price tag considerably. (iStock) President Joe Biden's new student debt elimination proposal would bring relief for millions more Americans, but a Penn Wharton Budget Model (PWBM) analysis shows it could add another $84 billion to an already costly plan. The Biden Administration released a formal proposal to provide student debt relief to over 30 million borrowers. The new plan also proposes to eliminate accrued interest for 23 million borrowers and automatically discharge debt for borrowers eligible for loan forgiveness under SAVE, closed school discharge or other forgiveness programs, even if not enrolled. Additionally, student debt for borrowers who entered repayment for 20 or more years woul...

The Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has delivered a stern warning to people swapping their ovens for air fryers.The beloved expert has been inundated with questions from fans who are ditching their ovens for Ninja and Tower air fryers.These devices are often promoted as cheaper alternatives to standard ovens, even leading some adventurous souls to contemplate roasting their Sunday dinners in them. But Martin voiced his doubts about such eco-friendly claims during his stint on ITV's This Morning.The questioning began as he probed: "I heard you on the show mentioning someone was gonna cook dinner in an air fryer. Is that right? If that's being done for energy reasons, I would be somewhat sceptical whether that is a good idea."Lewis then elaborated further stating: "If it's being done for...

Northwestern adjunct law professor Andrew Stoltmann weighs in on the craziness of the Depp vs. Heard trial as the jury resumes deliberations on Kennedy. Johnny Depp is considering buying a $4 million historic castle in Montalto Dora, Italy.  The 60-year-old actor is eying the 12th century fortress, which sits on top of Mount Crovero overlooking Lake Pistono, about 31 miles northeast of the city of Turin in northern Italy.While a source close to Depp told FOX Business that "nothing is confirmed or official" regarding the sale, local officials have already expressed concerns over the "Pirates of the Caribbean" star's potential purchase of the property, according to the New York Post. Johnny Depp is eying a $4 million historic castle in Italy. (Getty / Getty Images)Italian newspa...

Judy Shelton and Grover Norquist discuss the amount of U.S. debt under President Biden and the impending increase in taxes after Trump-era tax cuts expire on ‘The Evening Edit.’ Krispy Kreme customers can look forward to getting a sweet treat at a sweet price on Tax Day, Monday, April 15.  Krispy Kreme announced Friday that customers can purchase an Original Glazed or Assorted dozen in store and get a second Original Glazed dozen for the price of sales tax in their state. Pricing for the second dozen will vary, depending on the state. The company stated that supply will be limited at participating Krispy Kreme locations. There is a limit of two dozen per customer in-shop and a limit of one per customer when ordering online for pickup or delivery. Orders can be placed via the app or...

Ohio trucker Monte Wiederhold joined 'FOX & Friends First' to react to the news that a court allowed California to set zero emissions standards and how the move will impact the supply chain.  As California gets the green light to set its own zero emission standards, an Ohio trucker says the move will be "catastrophic" for the industry and U.S. supply chain. "There is nothing about this law that makes any sense," Monte Wiederhold told "FOX & Friends First" on Friday while criticizing the progressive state’s policies.A federal appellate court on Tuesday upheld the decision by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to grant California a waiver allowing it to establish its own zero emission standards for tailpipes as well as electric vehicle requirements. The move, if enacte...

Santander could be set to make one of its customers up to £20,000 richer.The bank is currently encouraging its customers to invest a minimum of £1,000 in a Santander Stocks and Shares ISA 2024 to enter a draw.The lucky winner has the chance to "win" back their investment amount, capped at an impressive £20,000.In a letter to customers, Santander said: "Invest at least £1,000 in a Santander Stocks and Shares ISA 2024 to be in with a chance of winning the value of your investment back, up to a maximum of £20,000."The bank has revealed plans to select a fortunate winner for each month during the period of April through to June 2024, reports the Mirror.Highlighting some specifics, Santander explained: "UK tax residents, 18+ only. New and existing Santander customers with Investment Hub acco...

Check out what's clicking on FoxBusiness.com The U.S. Postal Service is proposing another increase in stamp prices. The agency on Tuesday laid out a slew of price hikes it aims to implement in July, saying they would amount to roughly 7.8% increases across mailing services.Under the new prices put forward, USPS said it would charge 73 cents for a First-Class Mail Forever stamp, up 5 cents from the current 68 cents.  This would mark the most-recent increase since the USPS instituted a 2-cent increase on First-Class Mail Forever stamps and other changes in January. STAMP PRICES GOING UP THIS WEEKEND A worker loads mail into a delivery vehicle outside a United States Postal Service distribution center in Chicago on Oct. 12, 2021. (Luke Sharrett/Bloomberg via Getty Images / Getty I...

Fox News host Jimmy Failla reacts to a ski resort’s decision to file a lawsuit to keep influencers off the slopes and discusses American tipping culture. A significant majority of Americans — nearly 75% — think tipping has gotten "out of control," according to a recent survey from WalletHub.   Over 60% of consumers also think of a tip as something one should give when they feel like it, rather than an obligation every time, according to the survey results. About half of respondents said they often leave a tip because of "social pressure" rather than good service. Nearly 70% of people believe that tips should only get split between the employees who provide the service and 78% believe automatic tipping charges should get banned, according to the data. MAJORITY OF AMERICANS TAKE NOTI...