US gunmaker Ruger accuses Italian rival Beretta of plotting stealth takeover

America’s largest gunmaker, Sturm Ruger & Co., accused the parent company of Italian arms firm Beretta of trying to stealthily seize control of the Connecticut-based business through “self-serving demands” such as cut-price stock buys and veto-like board power. The Todd W. Seyfert-led giant hit back on Monday at the historic…

Exotic prime numbers could be hiding inside black holes

Like physics, math has its own set of “fundamental particles” — the prime numbers, which can’t be broken down into smaller natural numbers. They can only be divided by themselves and 1.And in a new development, it turns out these mathematical “particles” are offering new ways to tackle some of…

Here’s the ridiculous amount the Giants will pay Jordan Stout per punt

Jordan Stout is getting paid. The Giants agreed to sign the now-former Ravens punter to a record three-year, $12.3 million deal, The Post’s Paul Schwartz confirmed on Monday, the first day of the NFL’s legal tampering period of free agency. But exactly how much is Stout’s First-Team All-Pro leg to…

In people with epilepsy, sleeping after a seizure may trigger more seizures

Sleep could encode epileptic seizures in the brain by repurposing the processes used to solidify memories, potentially making seizures harder to treat or prevent, new research suggests. But the new study also suggests a possible way to counter the effect: using electrical stimulation to keep the brain from “memorizing” the…

3 Movies to Watch If You Like ‘The Bride!’: ‘Wild at Heart’ and More

One of the most famous horror movie monsters is all the rage right now: only a few months after Guillermo del Toro‘s Frankenstein, the Creature returns in a punk-rock-infused gothic romance. From actor-turned-director Maggie Gyllenhaal, The Bride! is a Bonnie and Clyde-inspired reimagining of The Bride of Frankenstein set in 1930s New York…

Firefighter shares longevity tips as first responders face 10-year shorter lifespan

America’s first responders put their lives on the line to protect their communities — and it shaves approximately 10 years off their life expectancy. Despite the inevitable risk, practicing healthy lifestyle habits can help to protect longevity, experts say. Mike Morlan, firefighter and district vice president at CAL FIRE 2881, spoke…

Australia eliminated from WBC by one-run tiebreaker in heartbreaking finish

Australia’s World Baseball Classic underdog story is over. Instead, Korea survived by the skin of its teeth. Australia’s run ended Monday with its 7-2 loss to Korea. Though the teams had identical 2-2 records, Korea advanced to the quarterfinals because it allowed fewer runs across the four games. However, if…

Trump says Australia PM ‘doing a very good job’ with Iran women’s soccer team after several players claim asylum

President Trump said Monday that Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is “doing a very good job” handling the potential international incident involving the Iranian national women’s soccer team. “I just spoke to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, of Australia, concerning the Iranian National Women’s Soccer Team. He’s on it!” Trump wrote…

JP Morgan sees 10% plunge in S&P 500 over Iran war

Wall Street traders are ill-prepared for an expected sharp 10% plunge in the S&P 500 triggered by the escalating war in Iran, JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s trading desk warned Monday, as oil prices soared past $100 a barrel and risks of economic stagnation loomed. Andrew Tyler, head of global market…

Michael Pittman Jr. traded to Steelers after Colts extend Alec Pierce

The Colts made their choice at wide receiver. After re-signing Alec Pierce for $116 million, Indianapolis traded Michael Pittman to the Steelers in a swap of late-round picks, according to ESPN. Pittman had one year remaining on the three-year, $70 million extension he signed with the Colts with a cap…

These popular over-the-counter drugs could drain your body of nutrients

Nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach — anemia? Frequent sufferers of gastrointestinal symptoms may be doing more harm than good every time they reach for certain over-the-counter medications designed to relieve symptoms like acid reflux and heartburn. A new study out of Brazil evaluated the impact of prolonged use of proton pump…

Alec Pierce stays with Colts on 6 million contract in NFL free agency

Alec Pierce just broke the bank in free agency, and he has Daniel Jones’ hardline negotiation tactics to thank. And Pierce didn’t even have to leave the Colts to get paid. In a class of available receivers described as underwhelming by one NFL executive, Pierce capitalized on being the top…

Jets trade for Pro Bowl safety Minkah Fitzpatrick before free agency

Jets general manager Darren Mougey did not wait for free agency to open to begin making moves. The Jets agreed to a trade for Dolphins safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, a source confirmed. The trade cannot be finalized until Wednesday when the league year opens. The Jets are sending Miami a seventh-round…

‘Most beautiful girl in world’ announces major change to her dating life

The woman who was once dubbed the “most beautiful girl in the world” has announced some major personal news. Thylane Blondeau, 24, first rose to worldwide attention in 2006 after she graced the cover of Vogue Enfants, a version of the magazine focused specifically on children’s fashion. Her cover shot earned her…

Dow futures tumble 500 points as oil soars past 0 a barrel

US stock futures tumbled Monday morning as oil prices soared past $100 a barrel for the first time since 2022 – fueling fears that a prolonged conflict in Iran could hammer prices at home. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average sank 528 points, or 1.1%, Monday morning, while…

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