Hard-partying California college kids are given reprieve under new law

California public universities will be required to offer students who overdose a path to treatment — giving them the option of rehab or drug education before facing discipline. Assembly Bill 602 (AB 602) was passed and signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom last October and will take effect across the state in July. “In that moment, when someone is overdosing, the stakes are life and death. But for the person on the ground, there is no guarantee that help will mean healing,” TJ McGee told California State Assembly members in a committee hearing in April 2025 after he overdosed…

Iranian American Dem pushes wild plot to impeach Pete Hegseth and push cabinet to remove Trump —  in the middle of Iran war 

WASHINGTON — A House Democrat vowed to furnish articles of impeachment against Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, whom she bashed as the “chief enabler” of President Trump’s “insane military action against Iran.” Rep. Yassamin Ansari (D-Ariz.), the first Iranian-American Democrat elected to Congress, raged against Trump for his jaw-dropping threats to…

Bill Ackman launches B bid for Taylor Swift’s label Universal Music

Bill Ackman has unveiled a cash-and-stock bid for Universal Music Group valuing the music giant at roughly $65 billion — sending its shares soaring. The proposal by Ackman’s hedge fund Pershing Square Capital Management values the music giant, which counts Taylor Swift, Drake and Lady Gaga on its roster of…

UnitedHealth stock surges after Medicare Advantage rate boost

UnitedHealth Group shares surged more than 8% after federal regulators unveiled a stronger-than-expected Medicare Advantage payment increase, delivering relief to the health insurance giant and the broader managed-care sector. The stock jumped from its Monday close of $281.41 to above $305 in intraday trading following the announcement by the Centers…

NHL fan gives birth at Edmonton Oilers game

A woman gave birth on the seventh floor of Rogers Place as the Edmonton Oilers hosted the Las Vegas Knights in Alberta, Canada on Saturday. Oilers play-by-play announcer Jack Michaels announced the baby’s birth on the Sportsnet broadcast before the start of the third period. “Breaking news: We have word…

ESPN laying off 30 employees after ‘unexpected revenue dip’

ESPN will carry out cuts to nearly 30 employees in the coming weeks, primarily in off-camera departments, John Ourand of Puck Media reports. The latest round of layoffs is partly due to the World Wide Leader’s carriage dispute with YouTube TV, which caused an “unexpected revenue dip last fall.” ESPN’s…

Laifen Wave Pro toothbrush review: High-tech yet affordable

Why you can trust Live Science Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best ones for you. Find out more about how we test. The Laifen Wave Pro toothbrush is brand new to the market. Having recently reviewed the Soocas Neos…

How to write a job post that filters out the wrong people

New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Bosses across the country are complaining into their coffee that “nobody wants to work anymore.” Baloney. The talent is absolutely out there. They just aren’t applying to your boring…

6 drugs that were invented for one thing — but now treat another

Just think, we may have never gotten the “Oh, oh, oh, Ozempic!” jingle stuck in our heads if it wasn’t for a creepy, bottom-dwelling fish. Dr. Joel Habener of Massachusetts General Hospital unexpectedly discovered GLP-1 in the 1980s while analyzing the pancreatic genes in anglerfish. Habener’s team identified the precursor to…

Steelers reveal hopeful timeline for Aaron Rodgers’ decision

The Steelers are hoping to have an answer about Aaron Rodgers’ future with the franchise figured out “in the next month or so.”  That was the message from owner Art Rooney II, who stated in comments to the team’s website that left the door open for Rodgers to play another…

Below Deck Mediterranean’s Nathan Gallagher Reveals Why He ‘Kicked’ His Dad Out of the House When He Was 15

Below Deck Mediterranean‘s Nathan Gallagher made a surprising revelation about his tumultuous relationship with his father. During the Monday, January 26, episode of the hit Bravo series, Nathan supported Victoria SanJuan, who got emotional about ex Joe Bradley brazenly showing interest in their coworker Kizzi Kitchener. Nathan found Victoria alone…

Marco Rubio reveals why he hides his naps from Trump on Air Force One

Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed he goes to unusual lengths to avoid being caught napping by President Trump during overseas flights on Air Force One. While the man who has many administration jobs says he needs rest, Trump never sleeps on the plane — and could patrol the cabin…

Rams find meaning in memories despite depressing end

Kobie Turner stood at his locker tall and proud.  Stoic even. This was a stark contrast to the rest of his Rams teammates who remained shocked, still replaying the moments in their mind from their 31-27 loss to the Seahawks in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday night.  But Turner’s demeanor was different. In the…

With Gary Patterson in tow, Trojans load up on defense through portal

Eight wasn’t enough, so USC went and signed a tight end. The late addition of Tucker Ashcraft gave the Trojans nine transfers, completing a modest class that leaned heavily toward defensive players. That should come as no surprise given that it’s the side of the ball that has struggled most…

End of Dave Portnoy’s Super Bowl ban comes with one NFL caveat

Dave Portnoy’s ban from the NFL is over.  The Barstool Sports founder’s long-running beef with the NFL has come to an end, with the league telling TMZ on Monday that Portnoy is good to go to the Super Bowl 2026 on Feb. 8 to watch his beloved Patriots face the…

FBI investigating Minnesota anti-ICE Signal chat groups, Kash Patel says 

The FBI has launched an investigation into Signal chat groups allegedly used by anti-ICE activists to impede and obstruct federal immigration authorities, Director Kash Patel revealed Monday.  “The Signal chat group is information we collect from the public,” Patel explained during an interview with Fox News host Sean Hannity.   “[O]n…

Paul Pierce hit with paternity lawsuit as woman seeks DNA test

NBA legend Paul Pierce is facing a paternity lawsuit from a woman claiming he is the father of her unborn son. Princess Santiago, an event director in Los Angeles, filed the suit on Jan. 12, according to TMZ Sports. She is demanding DNA testing from the 48-year-old former Celtics and…

NHL fines William Nylander ,000 for middle finger at camera

William Nylander said he’s sorry, but the NHL is making sure that he’s really sorry.  The league handed Nylander a $5,000 fine for “making an inappropriate gesture” after he flipped the middle finger to a TV camera that had been pointed in his direction during Sunday’s Maple Leafs game against…

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