WASHINGTON — FBI agents raided the office of a powerful Virginia Democratic state senator on Wednesday as part of a public corruption probe, federal law enforcement sources told The Post. A cannabis dispensary that State Sen. L. Louis Lucas has said she co-owns, and which is located across a parking lot from the Portsmouth, Va., office, was also searched, Fox News first reported. The federal probe involves alleged bribery by the highest-ranking Democrat concerning the retail marijuana business, one source familiar with the probe noted. Photos and videos from Fox showed armed agents executing what authorities later said was a court-authorized search…
Hundreds of furious Utahn residents packed a gym and erupted in chants of “Shame! Shame! Shame!” this week as county commissioners pushed through approval of “Shark Tank” star Kevin O’Leary’s colossal AI data center project — a sprawling development critics warn could transform the rural region forever. The controversial proposal…
OpenAI’s former head of technology Mira Murati slammed CEO Sam Altman as an untrustworthy leader who fomented strife among the company’s top ranks — stunning testimony that was shared Wednesday in Elon Musk’s bombshell lawsuit against the artificial intelligence giant. Altman created an environment where OpenAI executives were pitted against…
Seven years after his last front office job in the NFL, Mike Maccagnan is back in the league. The former Jets general manager has been hired by the Eagles as a personal executive, the team announced. The decision comes the same day that Philadelphia made Adam Berry’s promotion to assistant…
The fallout from Amanda Batula and West Wilson’s romance is continuing to plague the Summer House cast — and Lindsay Hubbard is still trying to navigate her friendships after the scandal. “Lindsay is not talking to West or Amanda,” a source exclusively tells Us Weekly, noting that West, 31, did…
That’s some spicy Italian! Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy re-posted an opponent’s steamy, AI-generated photo of herself — laughing off the would-be smear pic as an improvement. An X user posted the photo of the 49-year-old politician posing on a bed wearing a skimpy slip, blasting Italy’s first woman…
British broadcaster Sir David Attenborough has frolicked with gorillas, tracked ancient fish, introduced viewers to flying pterosaurs, and warned millions that the natural world is running out of time. For more than 70 years, his calm and unmistakable voice has guided audiences through some of Earth’s most spectacular ecosystems, including…
Doctors across the country are seeing an alarming rise in newborns bleeding to death — and a concerning trend by parents is the culprit. While all initially healthy at birth, a 7-week-old boy from Maryland experienced sudden seizures, a Kentucky newborn threw up before becoming lethargic and a girl in…
Anthony Volpe is not doing himself any favors down in the minor leagues. The once highly touted Yankees prospect made a noticeable baserunning blunder on Wednesday afternoon during the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders’ 9-7 win over the Worcester Red Sox, either not realizing how many outs there were or thinking a Spencer…
Travis Kelce is all about self-improvement — and trying to impress his fiancée, Taylor Swift. “I feel like Taylor has expanded your [palate],” Travis’ brother, Jason Kelce, began on the Wednesday, May 6, episode of their “New Heights” podcast, referring to his sibling’s once-picky eating habits. Jason’s wife, Kylie Kelce,…
ROW NYC, the once-infamous Manhattan migrant hotel that was a shelter site for nearly three years, quietly reopened to tourists last week. Fresh flowers beautified the front and wheelie suitcases crowded the lobby on Friday as the 1,300-room Midtown property was back offering “modern” rooms and “inviting” stays for a…
Ex-JPMorgan banker Chirayu Rana was referred for mental health treatment by prosecutors after they launched a criminal investigation into his claims that a senior banker turned him into a “sex slave” — and found nothing, sources told The Post on Wednesday. The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office started looking into the claims…
The brain’s memory center may come “prewired,” rather than being built from scratch after birth, a new study in mice finds.The research, published in April in the journal Nature Communications, offers a new perspective on a long-standing question in neuroscience: Does the brain begin as a blank slate and build…
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Leave it to famed biohacker Bryan Johnson to have everyone wondering what’s going on down there. The health nut sent social media into a frenzy…
Some players, like Steph Curry, will be on the golf course as soon as the NBA season ends. Others hit the beach in places like Cabo for some much-needed rest and relaxation. Draymond Green is making use of his downtime like only he can: getting into a podcast beef. In…
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SpaceX said Wednesday it would lease its Colossus 1 artificial intelligence data center to Anthropic, pairing Elon Musk’s company with a previously criticized rival in a deal that could add momentum to the Claude creator’s AI coding push. Under the agreement, Anthropic will use the full computing power of the facility…
Ultrabright satellite constellations planned to launch in the next decade could make the sky three times brighter, threatening to ruin all-sky surveys like those planned for the new Vera C. Rubin Observatory, a new study warns. To prevent this, satellite operators will have to follow strict size and brightness restrictions,…
The average woman takes five months to emotionally bounce back from pregnancy, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 women who have given birth explored how that experience has shifted their confidence and intimacy levels. Confidence is also affected: While more respondents recall having a harder time bouncing back…
Michael Jordan has been named the biggest icon in American sports history by fans around the world, research shows. A study of 10,000 fans of US sports found the NBA star ranked first in the poll, closely followed by basketball player Kobe Bryant, baseball pitcher and hitter Shohei Ohtani and LeBron James.…
Local authorities have responded to FBI director Kash Patel’s allegations that the bureau was kept from helping with the investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance. “Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos is aware of FBI Director Kash Patel’s recent interview and statement,” a spokesperson for the police force told Us Weekly in…
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan raised eyebrows by floating a tax on electric-vehicle owners during Tuesday night’s gubernatorial debate. Mahan proposed the levy, along with a tax on high-income earners, while pushing to suspend the state’s gas tax as fuel prices continue to surge. “We need to reform this tax…
Disgraced ex-JPMorgan banker Chirayu Rana tried to wrangle a settlement from the bank worth “north of $20 million” before he filed his bombshell sexual harassment lawsuit last year, The Post has learned. Sources familiar with the matter said the 35-year-old financier initially sought the jaw-dropping payout last June – despite…
Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand, As Ever, has responded to a report that she is looking to expand into Australia rather than the U.K. “This is speculation,” an As Ever spokesperson told Us Weekly on Monday, March 9, in response to a report by ITV News published Sunday, March 8. “No…
The Justice Department said Monday that it has tentatively settled its antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation Entertainment, striking a deal to ultimately lower ticket prices for consumers and end an illegal monopoly over live events in America. But some states signaled they won’t join the deal and will…
A pair of Democratic lawmakers are demanding the Treasury Department reverse a waiver allowing India to buy Russian oil – arguing the move provides “material benefit to the enemy” amid reports the Kremlin is aiding Iran. In a letter sent Monday to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Rep. Sam Liccardo (D-Calif.)…
Scientists have created the smallest QR code in the world, measuring just 3.07 × 10⁻⁹ square inches (1.98 square micrometers). It can preserve data for thousands of years and it’s so small that you need an electron microscope to see it.Each pixel of the QR code is just 49 nanometers…
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 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…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Preppy is the ‘it’ style for spring! If you want to nail the aesthetic without matching everyone in town, this under-the-radar destination has you covered. Levi’s is overflowing with classy,…
WASHINGTON — President Trump told The Post that he has “a plan” to tackle surging oil prices caused by the war with Iran after the cost per barrel briefly neared $120 — 65% higher than the pre-war price — before settling above $100 Monday morning. “I have a plan for…
Sacramento health officials sounded the alarm about a potential measles outbreak on Monday after more than 100 children were exposed to an unvaccinated child at an educational enrichment program. It’s far from the only community at risk. The US has already passed 1,000 confirmed cases this year, with infections “worse…
Championship Week has arrived. In less than a week, we will have a bracket. To prepare for the excitement, let’s take a look at three storylines to follow: 4 Powerhouses Connecticut’s loss at Marquette opened the door for Florida to take over as the final No. 1 seed, alongside Arizona,…
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Not even notorious Iran hawk Sen. Lindsey Graham could fully get behind Israel bombing Tehran’s fuel depots over the weekend. Graham (R-SC) gently called out the Jewish state for its Saturday strikes on 30 storage sites and other energy infrastructure in Iran, urging the US ally to be more careful…
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…
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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…
Manhattan wannabe congressman Jack Schlossberg is ramping up his reliance on his slain grandfather and former President John F. Kennedy to raise more campaign cash. “Lately, I’ve been doing some reflecting on my grandfather, President John F. Kennedy, and his legacy of hope. In my run to fight for NY-12…
A deep-pocketed AI startup whose clients include New York City’s MTA and the Los Angeles Metro has filed a lawsuit accusing its ex-CEO of forging documents to secretly sell his shares in the company – and then scooping up a waterfront home in Florida and a fleet of luxury sports cars. In…
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 almost time to dust off those whiteboards and get your bracket strategy aligned for March Madness. With Selection Sunday closing out the week,…
Brooke Shields’ return to Hope Valley as Charlotte Thornton was both emotional and powerful, but one scene in particular was necessary to move When Calls the Heart forward. Warning: Spoilers below from season 13, episode 10, of When Calls the Heart. “It’s a new chapter for everybody,” Shields, 60, exclusively…
President Trump revealed Monday that he will confer with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about when to end the military campaign against Iran, suggesting the decision would be “mutual” between the US and its Middle Eastern ally. “I think it’s mutual… a little bit,” Trump told The Times of Israel…
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