Jenn Gidman

Long Island

Senior Editor at Newser

I use words and take pictures. I made two kids. I like bonfires. You definitely won't find me on Bluesky, etc., under the same name doing free speech, no sir.

Articles

Cops: Dad Wanted for Killing Daughters May Be Off-Grid

2 days ago | newser.com | Jenn Gidman

A manhunt is underway for a father believed to have kidnapped and killed his three young daughters in Washington state, and authorities think his survivalist skills may be aiding his time on the run. Meanwhile, a preliminary report filed with Chelan County Superior Court indicates that 5-year-old Olivia Decker, 8-year-old Evelyn Decker, and 9-year-old Paityn Decker died of asphyxiation, per FOX 13.
Seattle Climber Dies in 3K-Foot Fall on Denali

2 days ago | newser.com | Jenn Gidman

A 41-year-old Seattle man died this week after falling 3,000 feet while ski mountaineering on Alaska's Denali, aka Mount McKinley. The National Park Service reports that Alex Chiu was unroped on Monday when he fell from the West Buttress route onto the Peters Glacier. Two members of his party witnessed the fall and descended for help after the incident, per the Anchorage Daily News.
Those Ice Baths May Not Be 'a Great Idea'

2 days ago | newser.com | Jenn Gidman

If you've ever been tempted to buy an ice bath or take part in a "polar plunge," you may want to check out this study first—at least if you're into weight training. A dip into frigid waters "looks like it's not a great idea" if your main focus is your muscles, Maastricht University's Milan Betz, lead author of a new study on the matter, tells the Washington Post.
Michelle Obama Weighs In on Malia Dropping 'Obama'

2 days ago | newser.com | Jenn Gidman

When Malia Obama wrote and directed a short film that appeared at Sundance last year, her name in the credits appeared simply as "Malia Ann." Dad Barack Obama seemed OK with that, and now, Michelle Obama is offering her thoughts on her oldest daughter's choice to ditch the "Obama" for professional projects. "We were like, they're still gonna know it's you, Malia," Michelle Obama said on the Monday episode of Kate and Oliver Hudson's Sibling Revelry podcast, per ABC News.
Buffett's Widow Wants to Boot Co-Trustee of $275M Estate

2 days ago | newser.com | Jenn Gidman

Jimmy Buffett's widow is trying to remove the co-trustee of her late husband's estate, alleging that accountant Richard Mozenter has been "openly hostile and adversarial" toward her, evasive with information, and not acting in her best interests. Per a court filing cited by Variety, Jane Buffett met with Mozenter a month after the "Margaritaville" singer-songwriter died in 2023 to ask for an estimate on what the trust would provide in income, so she could map out her future finances.
When It Gets Too Hot, the World's Nemos Shrink

2 days ago | newser.com | Jenn Gidman

Clown fish are now joining the list of animals altering their bodies and behavior in response to climate change. According to a new study published in Science Advances, scientists in Papua New Guinea observed that clown fish, made most famous by the 2003 animated film Finding Nemo, temporarily shrank during a marine heat wave.
Somehow, North Korea Righted Its Capsized Warship

3 days ago | newser.com | Jenn Gidman

North Korea has managed to return its damaged Choe Hyun Class destroyer to an upright position after a failed launch last month, according to analysts with 38 North. The 5,000-ton warship partially capsized on May 21 during a ceremony attended by Kim Jong Un, who reportedly called the incident a blow to the country's reputation and promised to punish those at fault. The North has already detained several officials in connection with the botched launch.
Neil Young Extends an Invite to Trump

3 days ago | newser.com | Jenn Gidman

Neil Young wants to keep on rockin' in the free world, emphasis on the "free" part. The 79-year-old singer is about to set off on a summer concert tour around the country, and he's extending an invite to President Trump to come to one of his shows, kick back, and quit talking about politics for a while. "When I tour the USA this summer, if there is not martial law by then which would make it impossible, let's all come together and stand for American values," Young wrote on his website.
Teen Stripped of Track Title Moments After Celebrating Win

3 days ago | newser.com | Jenn Gidman

A California high school track star found out the hard way last weekend that some rejoicing may be best left for private. Sophomore Clara Adams of Salinas came in first on Saturday in the 400-meter race in the state's high school championships, clocking a 53:24 time. Just seconds after nabbing that title, however, it was stripped away from her. The reason?
Daughter of Country Music Stars Just Came Out

3 days ago | newser.com | Jenn Gidman

It's Pride Month, and the 28-year-old daughter of country stars Faith Hill and Tim McGraw is celebrating publicly. Per USA Today, Gracie McGraw on Monday shared another user's Instagram post on her own story, which came with the caption "Everyone get more gay now!" McGraw added her own comment as well: "Happy freaking Pride.