The Bachelor's Matt James Announces Split from Rachael Kirkconnell 4 Years After She Won His Season

Matt JamesandRachael Kirkconnellhave called it quits. The formerBachelor, 33, shared the news with a prayer onInstagramon Thursday, Jan. 16, writing, “Father God, give Rachael and I strength to mend our broken hearts. Give us a peace about this decision to end our relationship that transcends worldly understanding. Shower our friends and family with kindness and love to comfort us. And remind us that our Joy comes from you, Lord 💔”

The Bachelor's Tia Booth and Husband Taylor Mock Announce Baby No. 2's Arrival with Emotional Birth Video

Tia Booth/Instagram Tia Booth’sfamily has a new member! Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The couple first met at a going-away party for one of Booth’s friends. They struck up a friendship that became a relationship when Mock admitted he had a crush on Booth. Mock then proposed to Booth in April 2022 during aBachelor Liveshow in Atlanta.

The Bachelor: Grant's Rose Ceremony Is Halted When 1 Woman Asks to Pull Another Aside Moments Before His Decision (Exclusive)

Things are heating up onThe Bachelor!In PEOPLE’s exclusive sneak peek at the upcoming episode of the ABC dating show, the women arrive at a beautiful estate in Edinburgh, Scotland for a rose ceremony with BachelorGrant Ellis. With baited breaths and butterflies fluttering in their stomachs, the ladies can’t help but feel nervous after a week full of drama.“I am feeling anxious,” Zoe tells the cameras. “You know you wish that you had more time and maybe one more conversation.

The Bachelorette’s Jenn Tran Details Plans to Go Back to School to Become a Physician Assistant (Exclusive)

Jenn Tran.Photo:Amanda Edwards/Getty Amanda Edwards/Getty [EDITOR’S NOTE: This story has been updated to correct Tran’s job title.] Jenn Tranis headed back to school! In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, the 27-year-old reality star shared her plans to complete her master’s degree and pursue a career as a physician assistant/associate. Tran, who made history as the first Asian-American bachelorette on season 21 ofThe Bachelorette, says she is excited but also feeling a little trepidation as she prepares to return to school early next year.

The Bald Eagle Has Officially Been Named the National Bird of the United States

Stock image of a bald eagle flying.Photo:Johnny Johnson/Getty Johnny Johnson/Getty The bald eagle has been made the official national bird of the United States of America. Known for its white head, yellow beak and brown body, the bald eagle is unique to North America. Its likeness was made the Coat of Arms for the United States Great Seal on June 20, 1782, notably featured on the $1 bill, as well as countless federal departments and agencies.