Tehran is moving to restrict — or effectively close — the strait of Hormuz to shipping, as part of the latest escalation in the war involving Iran.Markets have reacted to the global impact of closing this incredibly busy shipping channel, focusing on the risk to oil and gas flows, the prospect of higher crude prices and the inflationary pressures that would follow.That concern is justified. But it captures only part of the story. A sustained disruption of traffic through Hormuz would not simply constitute an energy crisis. It would also represent a fertilizer shock (where prices go up dramatically and…
Warner Bros. Discovery boss David Zaslav could see a whopping $800 million payout if Paramount Skydance’s acquisition of the media firm closes, according to a new securities filing. The sum includes severance and an eye-popping $335 million reimbursement for Zaslav if the total is taxed, Warner Bros. said in a…
Want to freshen up your workout routine with a snazzy pair of running shoes or brand new sports earbuds? Looking for a quality air purifier to breathe easier this hay fever season? Maybe you need a new electric toothbrush? Rest assured, Amazon has your back. The annual Big Spring Sale…
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TAMPA – You can make it about just one inning. Or that it still will only be March 18. Or about the miles left to go. That would be missing the drama, accomplishment and – really – the point. This has been a boring Yankees spring camp – boring being…
Dana Walden is unifying Disney’s film, television, streaming and gaming under one roof days before a new CEO takes the reins. Walden, the incoming president and chief creative officer of the Walt Disney Company, unveiled a revamped leadership structure Monday that consolidates the House of Mouse’s sprawling content operations into…
Paramount might be better known for its science fiction franchises like “Star Trek” and “Halo,” but there are plenty of great science documentaries to check out on there. With Artemis II expected to launch in the next few weeks, there’s never been a better time to dive in, thanks to…
Not all that glitters is gold. Actually, the stuff lining the bottom of your craft drawer is likely bronze — and potentially deadly. Considering how difficult it is to clean glitter out of a rug, it’s no stretch to imagine the challenge of removing it from the lungs. But that’s exactly…
For someone that “only smokes,” a little over two pounds of marijuana was found by police in Aden Holloway’s apartment on Monday morning. The Crimson Tide basketball guard was arrested on a charge of first-degree possession, which is illegal in Alabama. He also was charged with failing to affix a…
Virgin River fans have watched the beloved cast change on and off screen for years and ahead of the show’s series finale. Based on Robyn Carr’s book series, Virgin River follows the lives of residents living in a small town in Northern California, including Mel (Alexandra Breckenridge) and Jack (Martin…
President Trump railed Tuesday against America’s NATO allies, saying they refused his call for assistance in keeping the Strait of Hormuz open for international shipping. Follow The Post’s live coverage of President Trump and national politics for the latest news and analysis “The United States has been informed by most…
Gas prices are surging across the US as the war with Iran continues to rattle global energy markets — with crude oil spiking 4% and American diesel topping $5 a gallon Tuesday, inflicting pain at the pump. Brent crude rose as high as $103 a barrel as US allies rebuffed…
Amazon said Tuesday that it has started offering faster US deliveries of selected products for a fee, including pantry staples, clothing, over-the-counter medications, cleaning supplies and electronics. The e-commerce colossus said customers in more than 2,000 cities, towns and suburban areas can now choose to have orders from its speedy-shipment inventory of 90,000…
Colorectal cancer — cancer of the large intestine or rectum — is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in people under 50 in the U.S., a new study finds.Colorectal cancer incidence and mortality have been increasing in people under 50 each year since 2013 and 2004, respectively, according to…
Bo Nix has a new No. 1 target in Denver. The Broncos are acquiring Miami star receiver Jaylen Waddle for a 2026 first-round, third-round and fourth-round picks, according to ESPN. Denver is also receiving a fourth-round pick in this year’s draft. This is a massive addition for a Denver team…
Sophia Bush shared an update on the long-awaited One Tree Hill reboot — and it doesn’t sound like it’s good news. “You know, we have done such great work and it’s been really incredible to see every single person in our cast got excited about that phone call, had amazing…
More magnification means better views, right? That’s the received wisdom among buyers of beginner’s telescopes, and it’s easy to see why. Telescope packaging often shouts about “300x power” as if bigger numbers automatically guarantee sharper, more dramatic sights. It’s an appealing idea: more zoom equals more detail. The reality, though,…
Kirk Cousins’ free agency has entered the “And behind Door 1…” phase. The veteran quarterback is reportedly considering three different options after going unsigned in the first week of free agency, according to Sports Illustrated. The Falcons released Cousins last week with a post-June 1 designation, and they are on…
Hulu is getting the second half of the month off to a good start by spotlighting a cult favorite horror movie ahead of its sequel. Ready or Not 2: Here I Come is heading to theaters on March 20, but the original Ready or Not is already climbing the chart…
Joe Kent, the director of the National Counterterrorism Center, has announced his resignation over his opposition to the war against Iran. Kent, an Army veteran and two-time Republican congressional candidate, posted his resignation letter on x, writing: “I cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war in Iran.” After much…
Millions of Americans may be eligible for a tax refund thanks to a recent court decision that found taxpayers should not have been charged late penalties during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tax deadlines are required to be postponed during federally declared disasters for the duration of the emergency plus 60 days,…
The Cerrado savanna occupies about 26% of Brazil and is home to more than 12,000 plant species and diverse animal life. It’s also speckled with groundwater-fed wetlands that serve as the headwaters for two-thirds of Brazil’s major waterways, including the Amazon River, making it not only a biodiversity hot spot…
NAD+ has been the hot anti-aging supplement for a minute, with everyone from Jennifer Aniston to Kendall Jenner to Joe Rogan hyping it up — but infusions are notoriously tough, lasting for hours and often coming with unpleasant side effects. Now they’re about to get a whole lot easier. Today,…
The 49ers wide receiver room is in the midsts of a massive makeover. San Francisco signed former Cardinals and Texans receiver Christian Kirk to a one-year, $6 million contract as they look to prepare for life without Brandon Aiyuk. Aiyuk, whose contract they are seeking to void for not showing…
Hilary Duff is speaking out after her Agent Cody Banks costar Frankie Muniz recently described her mom, Susan Colleen Duff, as “super intense.” “I was never pushed into acting and I was never pushed into singing,” Hilary, 38, told “Mythical Kitchen” in an interview posted on Friday, March 13. “My…
President Trump speculated at length Monday about the fate of Mojtaba Khamenei, pointing out that no one has seen him in public even as a new recording indicated the Iranian supreme leader initially survived the bombing that killed his father last month. “A lot of people are saying that he’s badly disfigured. They’re saying that he…
A sunken landmass that connected Britain to mainland Europe until a few thousand years ago may have been an excellent refuge for plants and animals, including humans, during the last ice age, a new study finds.Parts of Doggerland, which is now submerged under the North Sea, hosted temperate forests as…
Welcome to The Thin Line, The New York Post’s series about the darker side of GLP-1 drugs. Though GLP-1 agonists sold under brand names like Ozempic have helped millions of people lose weight, manage diabetes and improve other health conditions, they are not without risks. Check back for more stories…
Mark Gastineau isn’t used to getting stonewalled when he gets after something. The former star Jets pass rusher’s $25 million lawsuit against ESPN centering on the viral clip in a “30 For 30” episode of him confronting Brett Favre has been dismissed with prejudice, according to TMZ. Gastineau sued the…
Zendaya has poked fun at rumors that she and Tom Holland tied the knot in a private wedding. The Drama actress, 29, dodged directly confirming or denying whether she and Holland, also 29, are married during her Monday, March 16, appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!. Host Jimmy Kimmel mentioned that…
Los Angeles City Council’s under fire president broke cover on Sunday with a t-shirt promoting three goals everyone should aspire to. “Drink Water, Love Hard and Fight Racism”, the black top said in white lettering. Marqueece Harris-Dawson, 56, who represents District 8, is in the spotlight after delivering an emotionally-charged…
The Nets’ tanking has all been for one purpose: to land a potential young star. The Nets are playing the percentages and praying for lottery luck, in hopes of landing a franchise-changing talent in the upcoming draft. But long before the Nets host the draft in June at Barclays Center…
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There’s a scene in Sarah Michelle Gellar’s new movie, “Ready or Not 2: Here I Come,” when her exquisitely tailored character abruptly stakes someone through the shoulder. It’s a funny moment, a wink at “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” fans, and an excellent reminder of why we need more Gellar in…
WASHINGTON, DC — The US Education Department is threatening to thwart a key college accrediting agency that serves as a “gatekeeper” for $20 billion in student loans and grants if it refuses to permanently nix its DEI standards. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education — which has bestowed its…
Forget bedbugs and cockroaches — NYC is battling “superbugs” that can’t easily be quashed. Candida auris, for one, survives on surfaces even after cleaning, frequently evades standard antifungal treatments and can trigger fatal bloodstream infections. New York has seen a steady increase in Candida auris cases since the state officially…
It should have dawned on me that a change was afoot when I saw Mika Zibanejad giving Adam Edström pointers in the faceoff circle at Rangers practice in Minnesota on Friday. Certain players who don’t usually take faceoffs occasionally practice them anyway, just in case their centerman is thrown out…
Virgin River‘s Ben Hollingsworth broke his silence on his costar’s shocking offscreen exit — including why he is worried ahead of season 8. Hollingsworth addressed Lauren Hammersley and Marco Grazzini‘s surprise exits, telling Entertainment Weekly on Monday, March 16, “We found out about a month ago, when [showrunner] Patrick Sean…
WASHINGTON — Vice President JD Vance rebuffed a reporter’s question Monday about his views on President Trump’s foreign military interventions — saying the journalist was “trying to drive a wedge” between himself and Trump on the Iran war. “You’re trying to drive a wedge between members of the administration, between me and…
PORT ST. LUCIE — The Mets play the Marlins on Tuesday in Jupiter, but all eyes will be on Miami later in the evening — and slightly further south. Nolan McLean will take the mound for Team USA in the final of the WBC as the 24-year-old looks to build…
Taylor Frankie Paul’s Secret Lives of Mormon Wives costars are hesitant to continue filming amid her dispute with ex Dakota Mortensen. “The Mormon Wives cast [is] honestly terrified to film with Taylor right now,” a source exclusively tells Us Weekly, noting that production is “shut down” at the moment and…
The Israeli military has taken out more than 60% of Iran’s rocket launchers in the first three weeks of the war, with at least another three weeks of fighting expected. Between 260 and 290 of an estimated 410 to 440 Iranian launchers have been “destroyed or rendered combat ineffective” since…
QUICK FACTSWhere is it? Etosha Pan, Namibia [-18.5946865, 16.04684972]What’s in the photo? A series of colorful, ephemeral lakes that appeared after a flooding eventWho took the photo? An unnamed astronaut on board the International Space Station (ISS)When was it taken? Dec. 30, 2011This intriguing astronaut photo shows off the contrasting…
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