The US Senate on Wednesday blocked legislation placing new restrictions on stock trading by members of Congress, as Democrats refused to provide enough votes to advance the measure toward passage, arguing that it falls short of a full ban. By a vote of 53-47, the Senate halted a Republican drive to open debate on the partisan bill, which was passed in July by the House of Representatives. Sixty affirmative votes were needed to get the legislation over a Senate procedural hurdle. For years, voters have expressed outrage over the thousands of stock trades by lawmakers that many argue are improper…
Rob Lowe and wife Sheryl Berkoff’s two sons have taken on the family business over the years. After first meeting on a blind date in 1983, the 9-1-1: Lone Star actor and his future wife crossed paths again when she worked as a makeup artist on the set of his…
WASHINGTON — The Justice Department announced charges Wednesday against 10 foreign nationals accused of illegally registering to vote and then casting ballots in Minnesota. Attorney General Todd Blanche told reporters that illegal aliens from Brazil, Ghana and Liberia falsely claimed US citizenship to vote in the 2022 midterm elections, the…
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge in August came in cooler than expected — likely delaying another interest-rate hike until December. The core PCE price index, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, rose 0.2% over the month at a 3% annual rate, the Bureau of Economic Analysis said Wednesday.…
Anthropic co-founder Daniela Amodei used stuffed animals to work through office problems, giving them names and personalities for “managerial role-playing,” according to a report. The sister of Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and her husband Holden Karnofsky used the toys as a “personal advisory council,” according to the piece published Wednesday…
At first glance, Rachel Accurso, better known by her persona Ms. Rachel, looks like your typical toddler entertainer clad in denim overalls, a pink T-shirt, and a matching headband. However, Accurso has been at the center of political controversies, which heightened as she began talking about the situation in Gaza…
It’s well-known that regular exercise comes with health benefits, but exactly how those benefits manifest at the cellular level isn’t clear. Now, researchers have identified a series of changes in metabolism and the immune system that differentiate regular exercisers from people with sedentary lifestyles.The findings, published Sept. 18 in the…
It’s impossible to predict exactly who will and who won’t get cancer — but there are certainly factors that we know increase our risk, like family history and smoking. Also upping your odds? Certain illnesses. And they account for more cancer cases than you might think. A new study published…
LONDON — Andy Burrows calls the NFL’s ticketing strategy for Sunday’s game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium “a bit shambolic.” After charging up to 245 pounds ($325) for tickets to see the Indianapolis Colts face the Washington Commanders, the league reduced prices in a bid to sell out the north London…
Chad Lowe and his brother, Rob Lowe, are synonymous with Hollywood. While Rob, 62, was part of Hollywood’s infamous “Brat Pack” in the 1980s, Chad, 58, forged an acting career in his own right. In 1993, he won the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series at the Emmys for…
WASHINGTON — The Federal Trade Commission is ramping up a sweeping probe of Anthropic, OpenAI and other frontier labs to uncover the potential dangers their technology poses to consumers, and plans to slap the tech titans with formal demands, similar to subpoenas, to turn over information, administration officials told The…
The White Sox took Game 1 in Houston, but all the team could talk about after was their fans – or lack thereof, apparently. The Astros heard the boo birds during their 6-3 loss at Dalkin Park, where the announced crowd was 34,011 — about 21 percent below a sellout…
Actor Chad Lowe and wife Kim Painter have announced the death of their daughter, Fiona. She was 13. “We are deeply heartbroken by the loss of our beloved Fiona,” the couple said in a statement to People, TMZ and other outlets on Tuesday, September 29. Lowe, 58, and Painter described…
The University of Maine System’s Board of Trustees voted this week to remove the name of former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell from a building and a scholarship fund over his links to late convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. The board voted 9-5 Monday with one abstention to rename the Senator…
Condé Nast CEO Roger Lynch announced Wednesday that he is stepping down after more than seven years on the job to join Mattel as its new chief executive. Lynch will remain on the board of the media conglomerate, which is home to publications like The New Yorker, Vogue, GQ and…
Another look at A’ja Wilson’s heated confrontation with a Fever fan Tuesday night has been discovered. During the fourth quarter of the No. 6 Fever’s 99-89 series-tying Game 2 victory, the Aces star got tangled up with Sophie Cunningham while trying to get set in the post. Whistles blew for…
Saturn is about to reach its annual opposition this week, when it appears at its brightest and biggest all year and becomes the only planet visible all night.The short, exciting period for skywatchers has more to do with where Earth is in its orbit than with Saturn’s journey around the…
Road rage? Try road relaxation. When most of us conjure up a wellness escape in our minds, it’s a trip to the spa. Maybe there’s a massage. Some zen tunes. A bit of aromatherapy. But one luxury car brand is posing the unlikely question: Why drive to the spa when…
Kobe Bryant’s No. 8 is headed back to the auction block, and this one comes stitched with a remarkable piece of Lakers history. The Realest is auctioning a signed, game-worn Bryant jersey from the 2003-04 season — the only No. 8 Bryant jersey to reach the market featuring an NBA…
Dancing With the Stars’ Yacht Rock Night was smooth sailing for some couples — and choppy waters for others. The Tuesday, September 29, episode kicked off with Olympian Amber Glenn cruising onto center stage with partner Pasha Pashkov for a foxtrot to “Hold the Line” by Toto. Despite Pashkov facing…
An attempt to “neutralize” one of Hillary Clinton’s biggest weaknesses during her 2016 presidential campaign ultimately triggered the Russia collusion probe into President Trump, veteran journalist John Solomon explained in the latest episode of “Pod Force One.” Solomon, the founder of Just the News and the head of a Trump…
The patient: A 50-year-old woman in New YorkThe symptoms: The woman went to the hospital because she could not bend her legs, walk or sit up. She also had chronic lower-back pain, recurring episodes of fever and chills, and unexplained weight loss of more than 30 pounds (14 kilograms).What happened…
Some situations are layered in messaging and mystery, difficult to fully decipher. Some are not. Some situations are fairly obvious and transparent, and despite those who want to uncover some deep, convoluted meaning, are what they actually are. The reason the Giants traded for J.J. McCarthy is easy to figure…
Nico Iamaleava’s coaches didn’t have any gripes about his play last season … well, maybe one. The UCLA quarterback tended to take too many hits while running, in part because of his resistance to sliding. But times change and self-preservation may be higher on his to-do list in 2026. It…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Even when she’s busy touring the world, Hilary Duff always appears cheerful and well-rested — and her secret is a beauty hack that’s easy to copy. For her Madison Square…
Yams and sweet potatoes are often confused, and the names are sometimes used interchangeably in the U.S. However, they’re two different crops. So what sets them apart?The differences lie mainly in these vegetables’ classifications, plant growth, and nutritional profiles, experts told Live Science.Despite both growing underground and appearing somewhat similar,…
Over the last week, momentum has been at an all-time high regarding a potential reunion between Aaron Donald and the Los Angeles Rams and whether Donald can still play at the level he once did. Donald’s former teammate Michael Brockers appeared as a guest on the Jim Rome show and…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Trends come and go, but Julia Roberts has nothing to worry about — her cool-girl sneaker style never goes out of fashion. The star’s pick isn’t clunky or bright, but…
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche was narrowly confirmed by the Senate on Saturday to lead the Justice Department on a permanent basis under President Trump. Blanche’s nomination was approved in a 50-49 vote, with two Republicans, Sens. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) and Susan Collins (R-Maine), voting with all Democrats against his…
Stefon Diggs has never shied away from confidence, and after more than a decade in the league, that mindset isn’t changing. Now with the Commanders after signing as a free agent on Wednesday, the four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver is settling into his new home and is planning to maintain…
Wizards of Waverly Place star David DeLuise had an impromptu run-in with John Goodman, and many fans didn’t even recognize the actor. “He was my childhood !! ❤️ Legend !” DeLuise, 54, wrote via Instagram on Thursday, August 6, alongside a selfie of him and Goodman. “I love that I…
The Colts will be down a defensive free agent acquisition to begin the 2026 season. Cam Taylor-Britt has been handed a one-game suspension to start the year after violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy. Taylor-Britt, 26, agreed to a plea deal in January after a September 2025 reckless driving arrest…
Ryan Murphy hinted that his shows will have less “graphic” sex scenes — starting with The Shards. “I’ve done a couple of shows with high school characters, and I love doing them. I think that arena is really interesting,” Murphy, 60, told The Hollywood Reporter in a profile published on…
Former first lady Jill Biden said Wednesday she doubted she would see a female president in her lifetime, adding she was sure it was going to be former Vice President Kamala Harris. During a conversation on Kelly Ripa’s “Let’s Talk Off Camera” podcast, Ripa asked the former first lady if she felt…
WK Kellogg said Thursday that it will remove artificial colors from all its cereals by the end of this year. The change comes a year ahead of schedule. Kellogg said last August that it would remove synthetic dyes from its cereals by the end of 2027. But the company said Thursday it…
It is worth reiterating: Max Fried is still pitching with shackles, not yet free to pitch as deep into games as he desires. It is worth reiterating: The Yankees’ rotation is not yet whole. And yet Fried again looked in peak form as part of a rotation that seems to…
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While My Life With the Walter Boys hasn’t shied away from major characters facing life-altering events, Ashby Gentry isn’t too concerned about Alex’s fate in the future. Warning: Spoilers below for season 3 of My Life With the Walter Boys. “Alex is actually indestructible, so I’m not super worried. Even…
In summoning George Lombard Jr., the Yankees knew he could play defense. In trading for Luis García Jr., the Yankees knew he could hit right-handed pitching and probably considered anything else a pleasant surprise. And so in Friday’s 10th inning, the Yankees were validated and pleasantly surprised, respectively, as both…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Dakota Johnson has a knack for making the seasonal style switch feel effortless. While everyone else is squeezing a few more weeks out of their favorite sandals, the actress is…
From the depths of despair, the Yankees remained in second place, at least for a night. One out away from being shut out and allowing the blazing-hot Red Sox to leapfrog them in the standings, the Yankees’ bats finally woke up in time to stop their slide for the time…
Get a rundown of Us‘ top stories making headlines in celebrity news, sports and entertainment on August 7, 2026. Here are the key takeaways: • Lewis Hamilton shared cozy Instagram photos with girlfriend Kim Kardashian during his mandatory Formula 1 summer break, including snaps of a neighborhood walk in Calabasas,…
The catch of the year in professional baseball might have come in the Double-A Southern League on Friday night. Brewers prospect Mark Coley II took away a home run with some extra drama, denying one of baseball’s top-100 prospects in one of the best plays of the 2026 season on…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Nicole Kidman just reminded Us why every stylish woman owns a gray blazer. While black versions tend to get all the attention, soft gray feels just as polished while pairing…
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