Scientists detect an enormous halo around the iconic Sombrero Galaxy — Space photo of the week

Quick factsWhat it is: Sombrero Galaxy (M104)Where it is: 30 million light-years away, in the constellations Virgo and CorvusWhen it was shared: April 24, 2026The central bulge and dark dust trail, which together resemble a traditional Mexican hat, give the Sombrero Galaxy (Messier 104, or M104) its nickname — but this new image of the galaxy from the powerful Dark Energy Camera reveals two never-before-seen features.The defining hat-like shape of M104 is evident here with exceptional clarity. Its central bright nucleus, surrounded by a swarm of about 2,000 globular clusters (balls of ancient stars), glows intensely. The dust lane itself…

Mets waste numerous chances in brutal 10-inning loss to Angels

ANAHEIM, Calif. — For a second straight night the Mets rallied from an early deficit, but this time there wasn’t a postgame celebration. Opportunities were wasted Saturday, including a replay challenge that the Mets didn’t issue, which would have subtracted the Angels’ first run. Along with them went the Mets’…

Ronny Mauricio fractures left thumb and is headed to the IL

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Mets need a replacement for their replacement at shortstop. Ronny Mauricio is headed to the injured list, according to manager Carlos Mendoza, after he fractured his left thumb Saturday while diving into first base in the seventh inning of the Mets’ 4-3 loss to the Angels…

Gavin Newsom ripped as California’s population drops

A grim new report found California lost more than 50,000 residents last year, leaving Gov. Gavin Newsom and state officials talking out of both sides of their mouths on which direction the state is headed. On Friday, the state’s Department of Finance issued a defensive press release blaming a “full…

Bruins’ Nikita Zadorov played through playoff series with torn MCL

Bruins star Nikita Zadorov made a startling revelation on Friday: he played much of his team’s first-round series with a torn MCL. Zadorov, 31, disclosed the injury to reporters following Boston’s 4-1 Game 6 loss to Buffalo, which gave the Sabres a 4-2 series win. “I tore my MCL [in]…

Golden Tempo wins 2026 Kentucky Derby in wild comeback

The 152nd Kentucky Derby is in the books, and Golden Tempo crossed the finish line first, holding off Renegade and Ocelli, who finished second and third, respectively. Golden Tempo, who pulled away at the end had odds of 25-1 at post time. He is trained by Cherie Devaux and had…

High-demand: Popular psychedelic retreats and trendy trips skyrocket

Wellness retreats featuring spa treatments and yoga classes have long attracted travelers.  But now a new trend is emerging: psychedelic retreats. These retreats are often structured travel experiences in which participants use psychedelic substances such as psilocybin (magic mushrooms), ayahuasca, or other plant-based medicines. Hadas Alterman, a psychedelic medicine attorney in Washington, D.C.,…

California Democrats panic as doomsday gubernatorial poll drops

California Democrats are facing a nightmarish scenario in the 2026 governor’s race as new internal polling shows two Republicans — former Fox News host Steve Hilton and Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco — leading the field in the June 2 primary election. Democratic Party officials held a new conference Tuesday…

United Airlines warns fares could jump 20% as oil surges in Iran war

United Airlines’ top executive warned ticket prices could jump as much as 20% if oil stays elevated amid the Iran war. United CEO Scott Kirby told Bloomberg TV on Tuesday that the airline expects consumer backlash and reduced travel demand if ticket prices rise. “There will be less demand. There’ll…

Knicks vs. Pelicans prediction: NBA odds, picks, best bets Tuesday

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. It’s a mad dash to the NBA Playoffs with two teams going in opposite directions on Tuesday night. The Knicks line up with the…

Trump says Iran has agreed to no nuclear weapons in major concession

President Trump said Iran has agreed to his biggest demand in order to stop the war: no nuclear weapons. “They’ve agreed,” he said. “They will never have a nuclear weapon. They’ve agreed to that.” Tehran has not stated that publicly — and denied even talking to the US. But Trump…

Falcons sign yet another QB to go with Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix

The Falcons have finally joined their counterparts in signing a right-handed quarterback. Free agent quarterback Trevor Siemian is signing with Atlanta, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported Tuesday. The decision comes after the Falcons released veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins on March 11 and signed former Dolphins signal-caller Tua Tagovailoa to a one-year,…

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