The Apollo 17 lunar crew once reported seeing unidentified, strange bright sparks in space that looked like “Fourth of July” fireworks, according to UFO files finally released by the Pentagon on Friday. A transcript from the 1972 mission to the moon included a description of the unidentified phenomena spotted outside their spacecraft. “Now we’ve got a few very bright particles or fragments or something that go drifting by as we maneuver,” pilot Ronald Evans said, according to the transcript. “There’s a whole bunch of big ones on my window down there — just bright. It looks like the Fourth of…
Spencer Pratt has leaped over socialist Los Angeles Councilwoman Nithya Raman in the mayoral race, according to a popular prediction platform. Pratt’s odds of winning stood at 28% on the betting platform Kalshi as of Friday morning, with Raman’s odds plummeting to 20%. Incumbent LA Mayor Karen Bass retained the…
Over the past two decades, some studies have suggested that human brains are shrinking. But there is also evidence that IQ scores have risen over the past century.But is it possible for us to get smarter as our brains shrink? Live Science contacted experts to find out.First, it’s important to…
PHOENIX — Carson Benge’s recent surge has moved him to the middle of the Mets batting order. The rookie outfielder was inserted into the lineup’s fifth spot for Friday’s 3-1, 10-inning victory against the Diamondbacks as manager Carlos Mendoza searches for offensive engines to drive an inconsistent offense. The move…
Selling the O.C. star Tyler Stanaland found love again with Hannah Morrissey. After finalizing his divorce from Brittany Snow in 2023, a source told Us Weekly that Stanaland was dating Morrissey in May 2025. “Tyler is very happily dating Hannah. While it’s relatively new, they’re having a lot of fun,”…
MINNEAPOLIS — Victor Wembanyama delivered another masterpiece with 39 points, 15 rebounds and more game-wrecking defense for the San Antonio Spurs, who took a 2-1 lead in the second-round NBA playoff series with a 115-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night. Wembanyama went 13 of 18 from the…
Lindsey Vonn and French skier Matthieu Bailet sparked romance rumors after a recent outing. Vonn, 41, and Bailet, 30, were spotted together on Thursday, May 7, in New York City. According to photos obtained by Page Six, the athletes were snapped walking around SoHo and sitting next to each other…
A Utah Supreme Court justice has resigned amid a probe into an alleged relationship with an attorney who worked on a redistricting lawsuit. Justice Diana Hagen appeared to reference the investigation and the toll it has taken on her loved ones in a resignation letter to Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, which was…
Time will tell if this weekend’s series is a postseason preview. But Friday night certainly had the feel of a playoff game. On one side, the two-time defending World Series champion Dodgers. On the other, a red-hot Atlanta Braves squad that arrived in Los Angeles tied for the most early-season…
Margaret Josephs is spilling the tea about E!’s The Golden Life after confirming her cameo to Us! “Maybe I did a little stint in Palm Beach,” Margaret, 59, exclusively told Us Weekly while attending the Vulture Reality Masterminds Celebration at The Lawn Club in New York City on Thursday, May…
Gov Gavin Newsom conspicuously sidestepped a question about his former colleague Xavier Becerra — a longtime California Democrat who’s now the frontrunner to succeed him. Newsom was tight-lipped when asked about the gubernatorial favorite, who’s rapidly racked up endorsements and support in recent weeks — including from Newsom allies —…
The first thing Betnijah Laney-Hamilton did when she woke up the morning of the Liberty’s season opener Friday was pray. “Thank the Lord,” she said. “It’s another day, another opportunity for me to get out there.” Laney-Hamilton had been wishing for this moment for quite some time. She hadn’t played…
Zack Wickham accidentally stirred the pot during the early days of Summer House stars West Wilson and Amanda Batula’s romance scandal — and he still has thoughts on what’s transpired. “Let me say that I did not mean to [get involved],” Zack, 39, exclusively told Us Weekly on Thursday, May…
WASHINGTON — President Trump said Friday that Ukraine and Russia will embark on a three-day cease-fire that could be the “beginning of the end” of the more than four-year-old war — as both nations pause to celebrate the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Trump wrote on…
Despite the 76ers’ best efforts, they couldn’t keep Knicks fans out of Philadelphia. Scores of Knicks supporters made the trek to Pennsylvania to see their team roll to a 108-94 Game 3 win over the Sixers to take a 3-0 second-round series lead. Not only were the blue-and-orange supporters cheering…
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In the first eight games of the playoffs, Landry Shamet scored 14 total points. He had 15 points Friday night. Talk about providing a needed boost. With OG Anunoby out due to a minor hamstring strain, Shamet was given a shot, and he took advantage. The veteran sharpshooter played a…
Nick Cannon is clearing the air over daughter Monroe’s viral comments about having “one brother.” “It’s so funny because the world thought that it was about a conversation that was something that it wasn’t,” Cannon, 45, told host Shannon Sharpe during a recent appearance on the “Club Shay Shay” podcast.…
A state senator is calling on Congress to bail out California and stop employers from picking up the tab on a $20 billion debt Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democratic lawmakers have so far refused to pay. Senate Minority Leader Brian Jones issued a joint resolution with other Republican state senators…
Inspire Brands, the owner of fast-food chains Dunkin’, Arby’s and Jimmy John’s, said Friday it had confidentially filed for a US initial public offering, as the consumer IPO market picks up steam after a tepid 2025. Atlanta-based Inspire Brands, which was formed in 2018 by private equity firm Roark Capital as…
The newest UFC kaiju has emerged from the depths, ravaging all obstacles in his path. Beware of “Borz,” the monster known better as middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev. He’s a bogeyman with the potential for combat sports terror rarely seen, save for nigh-unbeatable Khabib Nurmagomedov and Jon Jones. That’s “HOMM-zott.” Don’t…
Hayden Panettiere’s dating history includes a former costar and boxing champion. Panettiere made headlines for her romance with Heroes costar Milo Ventimiglia due to their 12-year age gap. The pair dated from 2007 to 2009. Following her split from Ventimiglia, she met Wladimir Klitschko. The actress and the boxer dated…
In a major shakeup that puts California’s beleaguered bullet train firmly under Gavin Newsom’s thumb, the governor has installed two of his closest allies to the High-Speed Rail Authority board. Jason Elliott, a longtime political adviser and former deputy chief of staff in the Newsom administration, was appointed Friday to…
Nike was sued on Friday by consumers who accused the athletic apparel and footwear maker of not refunding tariff-related costs it passed on in the form of higher prices. In a proposed class action, consumers said Nike should not be allowed to keep “significant” refunds it can expect after the US…
Even with Penn State blood running through his veins, Abdul Carter couldn’t help but respect the Ohio State linebacker who “popped off the screen” against his alma mater in a rivalry game. Arvell Reese made such a strong impression with 12 tackles and a sack during that game last November…
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Some helpful advice for the candidates seeking Nancy Pelosi’s coveted endorsement in the race to succeed the two-time former House speaker — don’t hold your breath. San Francisco’s congresswoman of four decades appears to have no intention of throwing her support to any of the top three candidates in the…
A beloved Bay Area pizza shop owner shocked fans after announcing that he’s closing his doors after more than 10 years and going into the frozen pizza business exclusively. Jon Darsky, owner of San Francisco Del Popolo pizza, thanked the city and all who visited his restaurant over the years…
PHILADELPHIA — There have been a lot of hilarious stories surfacing about the various ways 76ers fans have been trying to keep Knicks fans away from Games 3 and 4 at Xfinity Wireless Arena. (Apparently significantly lower on the list than it should be is this one: BUY THE TICKETS,…
A Kentucky woman has been arrested and charged with child abuse after she allegedly gave her 22-month-old son a tattoo. Kentucky State Police troopers arrested Brook McDaniel on Monday, May 4, after officials received a child abuse complaint about her, according to LEX 18 and WNKY. Troopers from Post 15…
Secretary of State Marco Rubio described himself as “a strong supporter of NATO” amid tensions between President Trump and the members of the alliance. “I’ve been a strong supporter of NATO throughout my career in the Senate and even now,” Rubio told reporters in Italy after he met with Prime…
A $5 price tag at gasoline pumps is looking like more of a possibility, according to JPMorgan analysts. They warned Friday that the jet fuel crisis sparked by the Iran war’s historic energy supply disruption is making the prospect of gas prices hitting $5 a gallon increasingly likely. Brent crude…
A federal judge on Friday declined to quickly approve the Securities and Exchange Commission’s $1.5 million settlement with Elon Musk over his purchase of Twitter, saying she wants more information about whether the accord is fair and how it was reached. The settlement would resolve an SEC lawsuit accusing Musk of waiting…
The knock on David Bailey during the pre-draft process was that while he was an elite pass rusher, he was not a good run defender. Jets coach Aaron Glenn does not buy that. “I never had an issue with his run game coming out of college,” Glenn said Friday of…
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California’s Democratic Socialists have made their pick for governor — but they’re not happy about it. The nation’s largest socialist organization grudgingly threw its weight behind billionaire Tom Steyer, who made a fortune in private equity before blowing nine figures on two political bids — first for the 2020 presidential…
Los Angeles is going all in on its Olympic glow-up, with city leaders pushing a staggering $2.6 billion makeover of the aging LA Convention Center (LACC) in a desperate bid to revive a struggling downtown before the 2028 Games. While full construction job won’t be completed until 2029, about 80%…
After being unsure whether he would go under the knife at the end of the season, Ryan Pulock did indeed opt for shoulder surgery, an Islanders spokesman told The Post on Friday. He is expected to be ready for training camp. While the specifics of the procedure are unknown, Pulock…
2026 is a big year for TV — but which shows do we definitely know are coming back for more seasons? Paramount+ surprised viewers by renewing Landman for a third season before season 2 came to an end. Inspired by the “Boomtown” podcast series, Landman is focused on the West…
A midterm election handicapper upgraded Republicans’ chances of winning eleven House races Friday after major redistricting victories for President Trump. The new race ratings released by the nonpartisan Cook Political Report pertain to congressional districts in Virginia, Tennessee and Florida. Four districts in Virginia, where the state Supreme Court ruled…
ABC is accusing the Trump administration of violating its First Amendment rights, a major escalation in a regulatory dispute centering on “The View.” The Walt Disney-owned broadcaster blasted Federal Commissions Commission Chairman Brendan Carr for what it called an “unprecedented” campaign to punish speech that regulators dislike, warning the agency’s…
PHILADELPHIA — Game 3 was too soon for OG Anunoby. Despite the Knicks’ optimism that his injury is minor, Anunoby is out for the Knicks’ clash against the 76ers on Friday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena. He was listed as questionable heading into the game. Anunoby suffered a right hamstring…
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