The default position in international competitions like this is pride. Win or lose, each player representing his nation should feel honored. Win or lose, all fans should be proud when their country takes the main stage and earns the world’s attention and perhaps its admiration. But man, it was tough to feel proud of that — of an American no-show that threatens to erase so much of the goodwill that had been building for three-plus weeks during which it felt as if this World Cup might be different. In the end, this World Cup was not all that different for…
President Trump is set to warn NATO allies against “playing funny math” with their defense spending as he meets with leaders of the military bloc Tuesday — and some of America’s most powerful allies are looking to be the biggest laggards. NATO has gotten its act together on defense spending…
QUICK FACTSWhere is it? Great Bahama Bank, Bahamas [23.547188707, -76.46352937]What’s in the photo? Submerged sandbanks and seagrass beds in shallow waterWhich satellite took the photo? Landsat 8When was it taken? Feb. 15, 2020This ethereal satellite snap shows beautiful, “painting-like” folds within an ancient underwater structure in the Bahamas.The Great Bahama…
The Liberty had no answers for 2026 top pick Azzi Fudd when she blitzed them in the second half of a loss earlier this season. Paige Bueckers gave them problems, too. Fudd, Bueckers and the rest of the surging Dallas Wings are set to return to Brooklyn on Tuesday for…
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SEATTLE — The United States men’s national team finally showed the cracks along the fault lines that had been there from the beginning. Their vulnerable defense that bent through friendlies, shined and survived in the group stage, and escaped against Bosnia and Herzegovina, finally fractured Monday night. “Today wasn’t a…
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s unforgettable wedding calls for some delicious food to keep guests celebrating all night long. As the Hollywood superstars celebrated becoming husband and wife after their wedding at New York’s Madison Square Garden on Saturday, July 3, sources with knowledge exclusively tell Us Weekly that the…
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has finally signed legislation cracking down on the “Epstein loophole” that critics said allowed convicted child abusers and other serious offenders to avoid prison through the state’s mental health diversion program. As part of a broader package of legislation and budget measures signed last week, Newsom…
SEATTLE — The final whistle brought heartbreak for the United States men’s national team on the pitch, but the sellout crowd of supporters in the stands and the celebrities among them still offered a reminder of just how massive the 2026 FIFA World Cup has become in North America. Long…
The Full House cast formed a strong connection to Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen almost immediately after the twins first appeared on the hit sitcom at 6 months old. Mary-Kate and Ashley starred on the beloved series from 1987 to 1995. The show followed Danny Tanner (Bob Saget) as he…
WASHINGTON — President Trump rang the opening bell for the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq in the Oval Office on Monday to mark the launch of his administration’s tax-advantaged accounts for kids, with the commander in chief vowing “to make young children, born with no money in many cases, rich.”…
SEATTLE — In the first half of the United States’ opening match against Paraguay, Christian Pulisic looked every bit like the best player on the pitch. Against Belgium on Monday night in Seattle, the weight of a nation’s expectations finally looked too heavy to bear. The U.S. needed their star…
President Donald Trump gave Nicki Minaj an eyebrow-raising shout-out during the White House Rose Garden luncheon. “We also have a woman that is so respected and so hot and so great and such a great friend of, I don’t say conservative, I say of common sense,” Trump, 80, told the…
WASHINGTON — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly asked President Trump Monday not to send advanced F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, warning the shipment would “upset the power balance” in the region. One of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s goals heading into this week’s NATO summit in Ankara is to…
The World Cup dreams of the USMNT ended so swiftly Monday night in the form of a dispiriting 4-1 loss to Belgium in the Round of 16 before a sold-out and stunned Lumen Field crowd that it left you to forget all the good that had taken place for the…
Eras Tour dancer Tori Evans is receiving backlash over her dress choice for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s star-studded wedding. Thankfully, her husband has her back. Evans, 33, sparked an intense internet debate on Saturday, July 4, after posting a video featuring the dancer getting ready for Swift, 36, and…
Simone Biles is not afraid to treat herself. “In 2015 @alyraisman & I said if we made the Olympic team in 2016, we’d treat ourselves to a Celine bag 🥹🥲🤍,” Biles, 29, wrote via Instagram on Sunday, July 5, revealing the special accessory her and former teammate Aly Raisman purchased…
Maine Democrats still have time to replace Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner before the Nov. 3 midterm elections — but the window for a switch-a-roo is closing fast. On Monday, POLITICO dropped a bombshell report from the Democratic candidate’s ex-girlfriend claiming he entered her home uninvited and then raped her…
Pope Leo XIV’s closet keeps getting more full with Chicago sports gear. This time, Bears quarterback Caleb Williams sent an autographed jersey to Leo, a Chicago native and the first American-born pope in the history of the Catholic Church. Gifted by Williams’ Caleb Cares foundation, the jersey was presented to…
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He’s leaving a lasting impression. From passports to cryptocurrency, President Trump has branded his face, name and signature on an array of commemoratives for America’s 250th birthday and for his legacy-building initiatives. The Post has compiled a list of the ways Trump’s branding is appearing nationwide. US Passports On June…
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — As has been the case too often during their recent stretch of offensive futility, the Yankees didn’t get many hits — this time just three — on Monday night. But José Caballero and Ben Rice got their money’s worth, and Cam Schlittler made sure they were…
Milo Ventimiglia has offered glimpses into his love story with wife Jarah Mariano. The couple initially sparked romance rumors in 2022 but kept their relationship out of the spotlight. Us Weekly broke the news in October 2023 that Ventimiglia and Mariano secretly exchanged vows in a private wedding ceremony among…
Astrology has a long history, stretching back thousands of years and permeating across numerous ancient civilizations. In modern times, astrology is big business — and it’s growing. In 2025, the industry was estimated to be worth around $3 billion.In this excerpt from “What Science Says About Astrology” (Columbia University Press,…
During the 2023 season, when Amed Rosario split time between the Guardians and Dodgers, he had an average bat speed of 71.3 mph. Three years later, albeit with five months left in the Yankees’ regular season, that number has ticked up to 74 mph, and the results have followed —…
President Donald Trump isn’t interested in wearing a bulletproof vest despite surviving multiple assassination attempts. Trump, 79, was asked by reporters at an Oval Office event on Thursday, April 30, whether there had been any talks regarding the president taking the security precaution in future. “I don’t know if I…
Jerome Powell confirmed this week that he won’t leave the Federal Reserve next month after he steps down as chairman – but some of his detractors are already floating ideas on how to change his mind, On The Money has learned. “My advice is to take away his parking privileges…
Say it ain’t dough. After 124 years, Caputo’s Bake Shop, a fixture of Brooklyn neighborhood Carroll Gardens, has baked its last loaf of Italian bread. And owner James Caputo is overwhelmed at the thought of saying goodbye. “I haven’t cried since I was a child, and I thought I never…
Citi Field was where the Mets hoped to reclaim their season over the past nine games. Instead, they’ve firmly established themselves as the worst home team in the majors, falling to 6-12 in Queens with Thursday’s 5-4 loss to the Nationals that mercifully closed out the homestand. Who could have…
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WASHINGTON — A bipartisan pair of female senators are rolling out new legislation to bar convicted sex criminals from getting taxpayer-funded annuities and retirement pay. Sens. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) have teamed up on the “No Taxpayer-Funded Pensions for Sex Criminals Act” in the aftermath of rape and…
Jack Dorsey is funding the return of Vine, now called Divine, 11 years after its demise. The new decentralized, AI-free video app launched Thursday, allowing 500,000 creators to reclaim accounts. Divine aims to be an antidote to algorithm-driven platforms, promoting “joy scrolling” and user control. Eleven years after Vine died,…
It’s time to start trusting your gut — at least when it comes to staying young and living longer. Research has shown that the gut microbiomes of healthy older people — including those in their 90s over age 100 — often resemble those of people who are decades younger. But…
ATLANTA — OG Anunoby entered this postseason as one of the league’s most invaluable supporting players. He left the first round with the look of a leading man. In a first-round matchup featuring multiple All-Stars on both sides, Anunoby emerged as the series’ standout player. In the Game 6 clincher,…
Kirsten Storms‘ claim that her phone has been hacked is reportedly being investigated by police. According to a TMZ report published on Thursday, April 30, the General Hospital star’s allegation that her device has been compromised will be looked into by authorities. “I can confirm that there is an active…
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. The recent outperformance of gold has turned many skeptical investors into gold bugs. Gold has other virtues that look timeless in the eyes of investors, too. Gold has been…
May’s first full moon, known as the Flower Moon, will be 100% illuminated at 1:24 p.m. EDT Friday (May 1). Although that moment occurs during daylight hours for North America, the moon will appear full at night on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.As always, the most striking time to watch the…
ATLANTA — It was reminiscent of those games in a driveway when an older brother bullied his younger brother, when he’d let him dribble around a bit before swatting his shot or stealing the ball away effortlessly. That’s what the Knicks defense looked like against the Hawks as they bludgeoned…
Grey’s Anatomy is gearing up for a shocking season 22 finale with one character getting fired — while another could potentially die on screen. During the Thursday, April 30, episode of the hit ABC series, Kwan’s (Harry Shum Jr.) future at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital was called into question when…
A Southern California Christian college has emerged as the Golden State’s most conservative college campus — landing inside a top 25 nationwide ranking for 2026. The Niche college rankings website placed Biola University at No. 24 overall, making it the highest-ranked California school on the list. The private evangelical university is about…
The Friars aren’t criers. It’s been quite some time since St. Anthony’s girls lacrosse didn’t walk off the field victorious — 51 games over nearly four years, to be exact — but that stunningly changed in April against an equal behemoth, which the young ladies have taken in stride. The…
Elsbeth pulled off another subtle dig by seemingly poking fun at Elon Musk with a joke about erectile dysfunction. During the Thursday, April 23, episode of the hit CBS series, Elsbeth (Carrie Preston) was investigating a wealth therapist (Constance Wu) suspected of using patient secrets for insider trading who becomes…
President Trump announced Thursday he was pulling the nomination of Casey Means for surgeon general, attacking Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) for blocking the pick from going through. In place of Means, Trump announced he would nominate Fox News contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier for surgeon general — his third choice for…
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