A heated online debate is unfolding after conservative commentator Candace Owens revisited the past humanitarian claims of Erika Kirk in her series `Bride of Charlie`. During the interview clip highlighted in the episode, Kirk speaks about a platform she calls "Everyday Heroes Like You", describing it as a way to connect people with trusted charities and grassroots initiatives around the world. However, Owens challenges several elements of Kirk’s story in the episode, raising questions about the timeline of her move to China and suggesting it may have been tied to a personal relationship rather than humanitarian work. Since the episode aired, the segment has quickly gone viral, with social media users revisiting Kirk’s original interviews and offering sharply divided reactions. WATCH

The United States says it has issued a 30-day waiver allowing India to purchase Russian oil already at sea, aiming to stabilize global energy markets during escalating tensions in West Asia. At the same time, the Kremlin has refused to disclose how much crude it is exporting to India, citing security concerns and “too many ill wishers.” Russian officials say Moscow is ready to increase oil shipments to India and China as disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz threaten global supply routes.