Gwyneth Paltrow is now a temporary spokesperson for Astronomer following the resignation of two executives after a KissCam scandal.
Gwyneth Paltrow Joins Astronomer After CEO KissCam Scandal
In the wake of a viral moment that rocked the leadership of tech company Astronomer, the firm is taking an unexpected PR turn by bringing actress Gwyneth Paltrow onboard as a temporary spokesperson.
The move follows the resignation of CEO Andy Byron and HR executive Kristin Cabot, who were caught on a KissCam sharing an intimate embrace during a Coldplay concert โ a moment made awkward by frontman Chris Martin, who joked, “Either they are having an affair, or they are just very shy.” The incident rapidly circulated on social media, leading to countless memes and speculation.
In a light-hearted video shared on X (formerly Twitter), Paltrow, who was married to Coldplayโs Chris Martin for 13 years appeared as the new face of the company. While steering clear of any mention of the controversy, she spoke enthusiastically about Astronomerโs mission in data workflow automation, suggesting the company is ready to shift focus back to business.
โWe have been thrilled that so many people have a newfound interest in data workflow automation,โ said Paltrow. โWe will now be returning to what we do best โ delivering game-changing results for our customers.โ
Max, the beloved 9-year-old bonobo, brought joy to visitors and caretakers at the Columbus Zoo.
Beloved Bonobo Max Passes Away at Columbus Zoo
Columbus, Ohio – The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is mourning the loss of Max, a beloved 9-year-old bonobo, who passed away on June 18 following an unexpected and complex medical condition.
Born on November 8, 2015, Max quickly became a favorite among staff and visitors alike due to his lively personality and deep social connections. He was known for his intelligence, curiosity, and the strong bonds he formed with both his bonobo family and the animal care team.
According to the Columbus Zooโs official statement shared via Facebook on July 24, Max appeared healthy and active shortly before he was found unresponsive during a routine wellness check. Veterinary professionals acted swiftly, initiating intensive care and bringing in external specialists to provide continuous support over six days. Sadly, despite their efforts, Max did not recover.
A necropsy revealed that Max suffered from gastric ulcers and signs of heat-related illness. While the sequence of events remains unclear, zoo veterinarians believe the ulcers may have led to his rapid health decline. The zoo emphasized that Max had access to proper care, including water and shaded areas, to ensure his comfort.
Max was a vital member of the zooโs bonobo troop, a group that reflects the zooโs ongoing commitment to the conservation of endangered great apes. Bonobos, sharing over 98% of their DNA with humans, have been under the zoo’s care since 1990. The average life expectancy of a male bonobo in managed care is approximately 31 years.
Although Max’s life was cut short, his impact on the Columbus Zoo and its visitors remains profound. His legacy lives on through the continued conservation work and the remaining 13 bonobos who call the zoo home.
โMax was deeply loved and will never be forgotten,โ the zoo shared. โHis spirit brought joy and connection to everyone around him.โ
The discovery of vast oil reserves in Ethiopia’s Somali Region has ignited fierce political tensions, with regional President Mustaf Omar now facing accusations of aligning too closely with federal authorities in Addis Ababa.
BREAKING NEWS: Somali Regionโs Oil Wealth Sparks Tensions as Mustaf Omar Faces Accusations of Siding with Addis Ababa
Dalmar TV Newsroom | July 26, 2025
The Somali Regional State (SRS) of Ethiopia, home to the resource-rich Ogaden Basin, is at the heart of growing controversy over the control and benefits of its vast oil and natural gas reserves. Despite containing over 7 trillion cubic feet (TCF) of natural gas and potentially hundreds of millions of barrels of oil, local communities accuse regional President Mustaf Mohamed Omar (Cagjar) of prioritizing the federal governmentโs interests over those of the Somali people.
Mustafโs Role Under Scrutiny
Since assuming office in 2018, Mustaf has been praised for bringing stability after years of conflict. However, opposition voices accuse him of supporting the federal governmentโs opaque plans to exploit the regionโs resources while dividing Somali communities.
Mustafโs critics claim, โHe is helping the regime lure local leaders with false promises to legitimize oil projects that will leave ordinary Somalis empty-handed.โ A spokesperson from the Somali diaspora added, โMustafโs actions risk splitting the Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) and undermining our struggle for sovereignty and fair resource control.โ
Voices from the Frontlines
An ONLF representative told Dalmar TV, โThe federal government and its regional collaborators are selling out our land and resources. This so-called peace is being used as a cover for resource plunder.โ
Local community elder Abdirahman Yusuf said, โWe have seen no benefits from decades of drilling. Instead, we lose our homes, our farms, and our future while outsiders reap the profits.โ
The Resource Divide
Despite the massive reserves, the Somali people receive less than 2% of revenues, with most oil jobs given to workers from Ethiopiaโs central highlands. The Chinese firm Poly-GCL, expelled in 2022, reportedly owes $1.7 million in unpaid community fees, with no environmental assessments conducted in the Ogaden Basin.
Residents in Qorahay and Shabelle zones describe displacement and land destruction, while company compounds enjoy uninterrupted power and waterโhighlighting the stark inequality in the region.
A Critical Moment for Mustaf and the Somali Region
Analysts warn that unless Mustaf Mohamed Omar demands transparency, fair revenue sharing, and meaningful community consultation, the regionโs fragile peace risks collapse. The Ogaden Basin holds the potential to generate billions annuallyโbut only if the Somali people are no longer sidelined.
Dalmar TV will continue to provide updates as this story develops.
Vice President JD Vance will visit Canton, Ohio, on July 28 to celebrate the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Vice President JD Vance to Visit Canton, Ohio to Celebrate ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’
Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to visit Stark County to mark the recent passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a new law aimed at supporting American families and businesses. The visit is expected to take place in Canton at noon, although the White House announcement on July 25 did not disclose the exact venue or additional details.
This high-profile visit aligns with one of Cantonโs most celebrated weeks as the city prepares to host the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival. This yearโs inductees include Eric Allen, Jared Allen, Antonio Gates, and Sterling Sharpe, with the official ceremony scheduled for August 2 at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium.
The vice president’s presence during this nationally recognized event highlights the increasing political and cultural significance of Northeast Ohio. Local residents and businesses alike are expected to benefit from the combined attention brought by the new legislation and Hall of Fame celebrations.
For continuing coverage on this and other breaking stories across Columbus and Ohio
coach James Kasser resigned following an investigation
Former Olentangy Berlin Wrestling Coach Resigns
Former wrestling coach at Olentangy Berlin High School has resigned after school officials investigated inappropriate text messages he sent to an 18-year-old former student-athlete.
James โJamieโ Kasser, 62, a longtime coach in Delaware and Union counties, stepped down from his role following a May investigation into messages described as sexually suggestive. According to records obtained through a public records request, the Olentangy Local School District was alerted in May about possible policy violations.
In a July 22 statement, the district confirmed it had informed the Delaware County Sheriffโs Office, child protective services, and the Ohio State Board of Education’s Office for Professional Conduct about the matter.
Emails obtained show a parent previously a friend of Kasser, expressing deep disappointment. โI respected him for how he coached young womenโฆ I now believe he may be a predator,โ the parent wrote.
Screenshots of Kasserโs messages beginning in February, reportedly shifted tone by April. Messages included flirtatious language such as โSending naked hugs and kisses your way,โ and โIf I was younger, I would have snatched you up.โ
In a July 23 interview, Kasser claimed his intentions were supportive and that he believed the student was experiencing emotional distress. โI am sure my word choice could have been better, but my intentions were pure,โ he said.
A May sexual battery investigation by the Delaware County Sheriffโs Office was closed with no charges filed. The student said Kasser had been texting her and her teammates for years, and while the messages felt โweird,โ she initially brushed them off.
Kasser officially resigned on May 23, 2025, and is no longer affiliated with the district.
In response, Olentangy Berlin Principal Ben Jagger announced the hiring of a new coach who will continue to foster a safe and empowering environment for female athletes. The district emphasized its commitment to protecting students and upholding high ethical standards.
Kasser was once celebrated for his coaching career, even earning a gold medal in the 2013 Veterans World Championships. Many in the community expressed shock and disappointment, including Orange Township trustee Lisa Knapp, who said,โHe was a very good coach to my kids. Itโs heartbreaking.โ
Lorain mourns Officer Wagner, killed in ambush shooting
One of the Lorain Officers Ambushed on July 23 Has Died, Police Confirm
One of theLorain police officers ambushed during a devastating shooting on July 23 has died, according to Acting Lorain Police Chief Michael Failing. Officer Phillip Wagner, 35, succumbed to multiple gunshot wounds sustained during the targeted attack.
โOfficer Wagnerโs life and service to our city will never be forgotten,โ Failing said. โWe are deeply grateful for the outpouring of support. Our department mourns a true hero and stands with his family, colleagues, and friends during this heartbreaking time. We ask the community to keep them in your prayers.โ
Officers Peter Gale and Brent Payne were also shot in the ambush. Payne remains in serious condition, while Gale, who was shot in the hand, is recovering.
The shooter, identified as 28-year-old Michael Parker of Lorain, was killed when officers returned fire.
The ambush unfolded around 1 p.m. near River Bend Drive and Colorado Industrial Park while the officers were taking a break in their patrol vehicles. The suspect began shooting with a rifle before the officers could respond. One managed to call for backup during the attack.
Authorities, including the Elyria Police Department, the Lorain County Prosecutorโs Office, and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), are leading the investigation into the incident.
Emergency responders gather at River Bend Drive after ambush shooting involving Lorain police officers.
3 Lorain Police Officers Shot in Suspected Ambush
Lorain, Ohioโ In a tragic ambush on Wednesday afternoon, three Lorain Police Department officers were shot, with two suffering serious injuries. Authorities confirm the officers were targeted in a planned attack involving high-powered weaponry.
According to officials, the suspectโdescribed as a 28-year-old maleโwas lying in wait near River Bend Drive, an isolated area that dead-ends off Colorado Avenue. Officers Phillip Wagner and Peter Gale were having lunch in their patrol vehicles when the gunman opened fire.
The suspect reportedly had an โarsenal of weaponsโ and used a high-powered rifle to initiate the assault. Officer Wagner and Officer Brent Payne were critically injured and were airlifted to MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland. Officer Gale sustained a hand injury and was treated at Mercy Health – Lorain Hospital.
Police returned fire, and the suspect was pronounced dead at the scene. It remains unclear if he was killed by law enforcement or took his own life. Authorities executed a search warrant at the suspectโs home on Lakeview Boulevard shortly after the incident.
Due to the scope of the attack, the Elyria Police Department is leading the investigation, with support from the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation. Multiple agencies, including the Elyria Fire Department, Avon Police, and Cleveland Police, provided critical assistance during the emergency response.
Lorain Mayor Jack Bradley expressed gratitude for the rapid support from state and federal leaders, including Governor Mike DeWine and Senator Jon Husted. “It is a tragic day for Lorain, but we are a strong city and we will move forward,” he said.
Governor DeWine described the incident as a “targeted attack on law enforcement,” adding that it underscores the risks officers face daily.
Lorain city offices will remain closed Thursday and Friday to allow the community and department to recover.
President Trump discusses the new U.S.-Japan trade deal at the White House, calling it a historic economic win for American industries ahead of rising global tariffs.
President Donald Trump Announces Massive U.S.-Japan Trade Deal
President Donald Trump has confirmed a significant trade agreement with Japan, avoiding the previously threatened 24% tariff hike by securing a lower 15% rate. Trump made the announcement on July 22 through a post on Truth Social and during a White House gathering with Republican lawmakers.
โThis is a massive deal, possibly the largest in history between the United States and Japan,โ Trump said, praising the agreement as a major win for American workers and industries. The agreement comes just days ahead of the August 1 deadline, when higher tariffs are set to impact global trade.
While exact details of the deal remain undisclosed, Trump revealed that Japan will invest $550 billion into the U.S., with America expected to receive 90% of the profits. Additionally, Japan has agreed to ease restrictions on imports of U.S. products including automobiles, rice, and other key agricultural exports.
Japan, currently the fourth-largest trading partner of the U.S., joins a growing list of countries with which the Trump administration has struck bilateral trade deals. These include recent agreements with the Philippines, United Kingdom, Vietnam, and Indonesia.
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba confirmed early Wednesday from Tokyo that his government had received initial reports from negotiators in Washington, though he refrained from offering public comment on the specifics of the agreement.
Trump had previously introduced a universal 10% tariff back in April, delaying broader trade sanctions to allow room for negotiation. With the global tariff increase on the horizon, this Japan deal is seen as a strategic move to stabilize economic ties and secure American trade interests.
As U.S. trade policy continues to evolve, this landmark agreement marks a significant development in the country’s economic strategy.
Sammy Sasso, former Ohio State wrestling star and current Lehigh coach, is facing multiple firearm and drug charges following a Pennsylvania traffic stop in July 2025.
Former Ohio State Wrestling Star Sammy Sasso Arrested in Pennsylvania on Gun and Drug Charges
Former Ohio State wrestling star and current Lehigh University coach Sammy Sasso was arrested in Pennsylvania on July 16, 2025, after authorities discovered loaded firearms and suspected marijuana products during a traffic stop.
According to the affidavit, Sasso, 25, was pulled over by Nazareth Borough Police for driving a vehicle with expired registration. Upon questioning, Sasso admitted to having a firearm in the driverโs side door. He did not have a valid concealed carry permit.
Further inspection led officers to detect the scent of marijuana and spot dispensary-labeled packaging. A loaded Beretta .40 caliber handgun was recovered from the door compartment. Sasso confirmed he did not possess a Pennsylvania medical marijuana card.
With his consent, police searched the vehicle and found two THC vape cartridges and a container with marijuana residue. Upon checking the trunk, officers located a red Ohio State backpack. After initially refusing consent to search it, Sasso reportedly admitted it contained additional firearms.
A search warrant was obtained, and three more semi-automatic handguns were recovered. Sasso now faces multiple charges, including:
Four counts of unlawful firearm possession
One count of controlled substance possession
One count of possession of drug paraphernalia
Vehicle code violation for expired registration
His preliminary court hearing is scheduled for July 30, 2025.
This legal incident comes just months after Sasso began his coaching career at Lehigh University. He retired from competitive wrestling in early 2025 after recovering from a near-fatal shooting in Columbus in 2023. Sasso was attacked during an attempted carjacking near Ohio State, resulting in multiple surgeries and a long recovery.
Despite the setback, he returned to the sport in late 2024 before retiring. Sasso ended his Buckeye career as a two-time Big Ten Champion and four-time All-American, one of the most decorated wrestlers in Ohio State history.
For continued updates on this developing story and more Ohio sports news, stay connected .
Air quality alert in Columbus, Ohio due to rising ozone levels โ July 23
Air Quality Alert Issued for Central Ohio for July 23 Due to Elevated Ozone Levels
The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) has announced an air quality alert for July 23, warning residents in Franklin, Licking, Delaware, and Fairfield counties of potentially unhealthy ozone pollution levels for sensitive individuals.
According to MORPC’s statement released on July 22, the Air Quality Index (AQI) is expected to reach 101, placing it in the “unhealthy for sensitive groups” category. The air quality scale, which runs from 0 to 500, uses this number to indicate elevated pollution levels.
The increase in ozone pollution is attributed to a ridge of high pressure that will reduce atmospheric mixing. Coupled with sunny skies, high temperatures in the 90s, and lingering wildfire smoke, these conditions are expected to intensify ozone formation and particle pollution across the Central Ohio region.
MORPC advises sensitive populations including children, the elderly, and individuals with asthma or chronic respiratory conditions like COPD to minimize outdoor exposure, especially during morning hours.