In a twist nobody saw coming—and yet somehow everyone saw coming—ABC has decided to part ways with late-night comedy mainstay Jimmy Kimmel and hand the reins to none other than Tucker Carlson. Yes, the same Tucker Carlson who’s spent years cultivating a brand of divisive commentary that makes your family group chat seem like a utopia of polite discourse. Now, he’s apparently transitioning to the world of network  television with a deal reportedly so lucrative it makes Kimmel’s paychecks look like lunch money.

Carlson, who left his previous gig at Fox News amid a hailstorm of controversies (because, of course), has now landed squarely in the world of late-night entertainment. ABC has promised that the rebranded show will bring “a bold new perspective” to the time slot—because what America really needed was less humor and more political rants at 11:35 PM.

The decision to replace Jimmy Kimmel, a host known for his mix of sharp wit and heartfelt moments, with Carlson’s signature glare and carefully calibrated outrage has left fans scratching their heads. But according to inside sources, this move is all about ratings. Apparently, ABC believes that viewers would rather go to bed simmering with political tension than chuckling at dad jokes and celebrity interviews.

Critics have been quick to point out the absurdity of this pivot. Late-night shows traditionally aim to unite audiences with humor, not drive them into ideological trenches. But hey, maybe ABC is betting on a future where comedy takes a backseat to monologues filled with thinly veiled anger and ominous warnings about the state of the nation. A bold strategy indeed!

Carlson himself seems thrilled about the opportunity, releasing a statement that said, “I’ve always believed that late-night television is the perfect platform to discuss the real issues facing our country.” Translation: Prepare yourselves for nightly sermons that turn a segment about pumpkin spice lattes into a commentary on societal collapse.

As for Kimmel, he’s reportedly taking the news in stride. Sources close to the former host say he’s already fielding offers and might even start a podcast. Because in 2025, the only place left to tell jokes without being replaced by Tucker Carlson is on Spotify.

So buckle up, America. Late-night  TV is about to get a lot less funny—and a lot more… Tucker.

Beautiful Green Birds

Vermilion Flycatcher

 

The Vermilion Flycatcher is a beautiful, hard to find backyard bird in the U.S., and is a once in a lifetime bird to see! chrisncami / iStock / Getty Images Plus

Have you ever seen any of these spectacular “lifer birds?”

To an avid birder, a lifer bird is a special event sighting, worthy of photos and sharing on social media. What it means is they observed a new (to them) species for the first time in their birding lives.

Some keep a list of birds they hope to see in their lifetimes and will travel thousands of miles for a chance to make it happen. But sometimes, luck is on their side, and a rare bird simply appears when they least expect it.

The continental U.S. and Canada are home to 700 bird species, so there’s always a chance you’ll see something “new,” even if you’re not actively looking. Here’s a sampler of some of the stunning birds that have launched many a birder’s quest:

To see a Green Jay in the U.S., you will have to travel to the southernmost part of Texas and hope you can catch a glimpse of this brilliant bird. BrianLasenby / iStock / Getty Images Plus

Green Jay

Green Jay | Audubon Field Guide

These brilliant blue and green corvids leverage sticks to reach insects under tree bark, making them one of the rare North American birds to use tools. They’re found throughout Mexico. Still, birders travel to the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge nestled in the southeastern point of Texas just for a chance to see them.

Kirtland’s Warblers can be found in the jack pine forests of Michigan and Wisconsin, traveling south to the Bahamas for winter. Carol Hamilton / iStock / Getty Images Plus

Kirtland’s Warbler

Kirtland's Warbler - American Bird Conservancy

Dark gray with a lemon-yellow breast, look for this beauty in the jack pine forests of Michigan and Wisconsin. But keep an eye out during its migration to the southeastern coast as they reach their winter home in the Bahamas.

Travel south along the Gulf of Mexico and along the southern U.S. to catch a glimpse of this fiery red and deep brown bird. Neil bowman / iStock / Getty Images Plus

Vermilion Flycatcher

Vermilion Flycatcher | Audubon Field Guide

This scarlet bird with black wings and a face mask can be found along the rivers in Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico, along with the Gulf of Mexico. During courtship, the male presents the female with a butterfly or some other showy insect.

While they live in many areas throughout the U.S., the Yellow-breasted Chat can be difficult to find as it lives in dense, shrubby habitats. WilliamSherman / iStock / Getty Images Plus