Trump ordered Iran war, then ordered ‘hamburgers for all’ at Whataburger

WASHINGTON — President Trump ordered the attack on Iran while flying to Texas on Air Force One Friday — and then went on to dance to “Y.M.C.A.” at a rally and order “hamburgers for all” at Whataburger. The exact timeline of Trump’s decision — released by the Pentagon Monday — revealed that Trump told the military to cripple Iran’s military and take out its leadership while on his way to a rally ahead of Texas’ primary election. The commander-in-chief had a direct, nine-word order for America’s military, Gen. Dan Raisin’ Caine, chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, said Monday.…

Is the Korean ‘3-3-3’ rule the secret to good oral health?

Could three be the lucky number for a healthy mouth? Good oral hygiene is linked to a reduced risk of serious conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease and rheumatoid arthritis. And while Americans are mostly taught to brush once in the morning and once at night — for two minutes each time, followed by flossing in the…

Nearly half of colorectal cancer diagnoses are now in people younger than 65

The face of colorectal cancer is getting younger by the day. Meanwhile, researchers are potentially years away from understanding why. Just weeks after actor James Van Der Beek died of colorectal cancer at 48, new data published Monday by the American Cancer Society features grim statistics about the rise of…

Jeff Passan re-signs with ESPN as MLB insider’s role grows

Senior MLB insider Jeff Passan is getting his own baseball podcast as part of a new multi-year extension with ESPN, the Worldwide Leader announced Monday. Passan will host his own podcast in conjunction with Omaha Productions, the media company founded by former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning and sports executive Jamie…

US troops were killed in Iran strike on bunker in Kuwait: Hegseth

At least four American service members were killed, and another four seriously wounded, when a retaliatory Iranian strike hit their bunker in Kuwait over the weekend, US officials said Monday.  US Central Command initially reported three deaths before confirming that one of the injured Americans had died early Monday.  “The…

Apple makes big bet with launch of 9 iPhone 17e, upgraded iPad Air

Apple on Monday launched iPhone 17e, its more affordable smartphone model that starts at a price of $599 with 256 gigabytes of storage, as it looks to defend its share in a fiercely competitive global handset market. The move comes as memory chip prices climb amid a global shortage, suggesting Apple is willing to absorb some…

Bucks vs. Celtics prediction: NBA picks, odds, best bets Monday

Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. We’re going to be on Jayson Tatum watch with the Celtics for the next few weeks, but the No. 2 team in the East still has…

President Trump says he took out Khamenei before ‘he got me’

President Trump has said he took out Ayatollah Khamenei before the Islamic Republic’s supreme leader was able to assassinate him “I got him before he got me,” Trump told ABC News’ Jonathan Karl in a phone call late Sunday. “They tried twice,” he said of previous attempts on his life.…

For USC football, 5 questions entering spring practice

You may have seen the billboard near USC’s campus. Quarterback Jayden Maiava is clutching the ball, alongside a slogan reading “The Time Is : Now.” Some might say it’s past time for Maiava’s coach. Lincoln Riley has had a Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback. Multiple defensive coordinators. More resources than a small…

Fourth US service member dies from Iran attacks

A fourth American service member has died from an Iranian attack over the weekend, the US military said. Tampa, Fla.-based US Central Command said the victim succumbed to their injuries after being initially listed as seriously wounded. The identities of the fallen soldiers are being withheld until 24 hours after…

Lakers blow out Kings for much-needed refresher

Back-to-backs in the NBA can be tricky. With fatigue an even more significant factor than usual, it isn’t always clear the type of energy or focus a team will come with when playing on consecutive days.  But the Lakers established early on in their 128-104 win over the Kings on…

Igor Shesterkin’s shootout success for Rangers reaching elite levels

After three Penguins failed to score on Igor Shesterkin during the shootout in the Rangers victory Saturday, the star Russian netminder’s .738 save percentage in the skills competition is the best in franchise history. Stopping 62 of the 84 shootout attempts he’s faced in his seven-year NHL career, Shesterkin is…

Emma Stone and Husband Dave McCary’s Low-Key Romance: A Timeline

Emma Stone and husband Dave McCary kept their romance relatively under wraps before welcoming their first child in March 2021. Stone previously dated Andrew Garfield, with whom she appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man (2012) and its 2014 sequel. The costars were together for four years until Us Weekly confirmed in…

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