A state senator is calling on Congress to bail out California and stop employers from picking up the tab on a $20 billion debt Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democratic lawmakers have so far refused to pay. Senate Minority Leader Brian Jones issued a joint resolution with other Republican state senators urging Congress to suspend looming federal payroll tax increases tied to the state’s unpaid unemployment insurance (UI) debt. California employers will soon pay a 5.2% payroll tax — nearly nine times as much as those in other states that are debt free, according to the California Business Roundtable. The burden…
Nike was sued on Friday by consumers who accused the athletic apparel and footwear maker of not refunding tariff-related costs it passed on in the form of higher prices. In a proposed class action, consumers said Nike should not be allowed to keep “significant” refunds it can expect after the US…
Even with Penn State blood running through his veins, Abdul Carter couldn’t help but respect the Ohio State linebacker who “popped off the screen” against his alma mater in a rivalry game. Arvell Reese made such a strong impression with 12 tackles and a sack during that game last November…
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Some helpful advice for the candidates seeking Nancy Pelosi’s coveted endorsement in the race to succeed the two-time former House speaker — don’t hold your breath. San Francisco’s congresswoman of four decades appears to have no intention of throwing her support to any of the top three candidates in the…
A Kentucky woman has been arrested and charged with child abuse after she allegedly gave her 22-month-old son a tattoo. Kentucky State Police troopers arrested Brook McDaniel on Monday, May 4, after officials received a child abuse complaint about her, according to LEX 18 and WNKY. Troopers from Post 15…
Secretary of State Marco Rubio described himself as “a strong supporter of NATO” amid tensions between President Trump and the members of the alliance. “I’ve been a strong supporter of NATO throughout my career in the Senate and even now,” Rubio told reporters in Italy after he met with Prime…
A $5 price tag at gasoline pumps is looking like more of a possibility, according to JPMorgan analysts. They warned Friday that the jet fuel crisis sparked by the Iran war’s historic energy supply disruption is making the prospect of gas prices hitting $5 a gallon increasingly likely. Brent crude…
A federal judge on Friday declined to quickly approve the Securities and Exchange Commission’s $1.5 million settlement with Elon Musk over his purchase of Twitter, saying she wants more information about whether the accord is fair and how it was reached. The settlement would resolve an SEC lawsuit accusing Musk of waiting…
The knock on David Bailey during the pre-draft process was that while he was an elite pass rusher, he was not a good run defender. Jets coach Aaron Glenn does not buy that. “I never had an issue with his run game coming out of college,” Glenn said Friday of…
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California’s Democratic Socialists have made their pick for governor — but they’re not happy about it. The nation’s largest socialist organization grudgingly threw its weight behind billionaire Tom Steyer, who made a fortune in private equity before blowing nine figures on two political bids — first for the 2020 presidential…
Los Angeles is going all in on its Olympic glow-up, with city leaders pushing a staggering $2.6 billion makeover of the aging LA Convention Center (LACC) in a desperate bid to revive a struggling downtown before the 2028 Games. While full construction job won’t be completed until 2029, about 80%…
After being unsure whether he would go under the knife at the end of the season, Ryan Pulock did indeed opt for shoulder surgery, an Islanders spokesman told The Post on Friday. He is expected to be ready for training camp. While the specifics of the procedure are unknown, Pulock…
2026 is a big year for TV — but which shows do we definitely know are coming back for more seasons? Paramount+ surprised viewers by renewing Landman for a third season before season 2 came to an end. Inspired by the “Boomtown” podcast series, Landman is focused on the West…
A midterm election handicapper upgraded Republicans’ chances of winning eleven House races Friday after major redistricting victories for President Trump. The new race ratings released by the nonpartisan Cook Political Report pertain to congressional districts in Virginia, Tennessee and Florida. Four districts in Virginia, where the state Supreme Court ruled…
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Oil is oozing through the ocean near Kharg Island in the Strait of Hormuz, according to satellite photos released Friday, raising questions about the state of Iran’s central energy production hub located there. Between May 6 and 8, the spill spread to an area of 20 square miles inside the…
OnlyFans announced Friday that it reached a deal to sell a roughly 16% stake to Architect Capital that values the porn streaming site at $3.15 billion, after the Silicon Valley investment firm struggled to clinch backers. Fenix International Limited, which owns OnlyFans, said the deal includes a $535 million investment…
Top NBA hopeful Darryn Peterson said a popular supplement left him with debilitating symptoms that sidelined his game and made him fear for his life. Peterson, 19, recalled being rushed to the hospital with extremely painful cramps during a workout last fall. “I made it to the training room and…
This offseason was particularly special for Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. The 26-year-old signal-caller and his fiancée, Olivia Carter, announced in a joint Instagram post that they tied the knot in Georgia last Saturday. “Till death do us part,” they wrote with a diamond ring emoji, adding a carousel of…
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San Francisco congressional candidate Saikat Chakrabarti made millions in tech, and he’s poured almost $5 million of his own wealth into the race to succeed former House speaker Nancy Pelosi. But that didn’t stop the progressive techie — who’s been weirdly shunned by his former boss, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez — from…
A defiant former President Bill Clinton claimed the racy photos of himself in the Epstein files — including one of him in a hot tub — doesn’t change the fact that he did “nothing wrong.” Clinton said he was giving testimony to the House Oversight committee on Jeffrey Epstein because…
We all know that Paramount Skydance finally won the bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery. But who was the real winner in this takeover tussle of the century? The epic, six-month tango between some of the largest players in media for the owner of the Warner Bros. studio, HBO Max streamer and CNN…
Wall Street’s main indexes tumbled on Friday as AI anxiety hammered technology stocks, with the Nasdaq and the S&P 500 on track for their steepest monthly drop since March 2025, while hotter-than-expected inflation data also hit sentiment. Technology shares faced selling pressure this month as concerns over high valuations and the uncertain payoff from Big…
NASA has announced a sweeping overhaul to its Artemis program, saying that the agency’s plan to return astronauts to the moon by 2028 would not be achievable without an additional flight in 2027.The new plan, outlined by NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman at a Friday (Feb. 27) news conference, includes yearly…
JUPITER, Fla. – The Mets’ highest-profile pitching acquisition this offseason will get the ball on Opening Day. Freddy Peralta, who was set for his Mets debut Friday in an exhibition game, is lined up to pitch the team’s season opener on March 26 at Citi Field, according to manager Carlos…
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Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) said Hillary Clinton became “unhinged” when she asked her about racy photos of Bill Clinton that were revealed in the Jeffrey Epstein files. “She was screaming. She was unhinged. I hope that President Clinton is less unhinged today than his wife was yesterday,” she said. Mace,…
For decades, scientists have delved into the genetic causes of disease by studying patients with those diseases and their families, picking through their genomes in search of genetic mutations that could be the cause.It’s a method that has turned up hundreds of mutations, many thought to be responsible for diseases…
Diego Pavia is counting on a growth spurt. OK, the 24-year-old, 5-foot-9 quarterback probably isn’t going to reach NFL height preferences at this point. But the Vanderbilt star can mature and get past things like writing, “F-ALL THE VOTERS,” after he finished second to Fernando Mendoza in a runway Heisman…
The film may be called Bram Stoker’s Dracula, but director Francis Ford Coppola and screenwriter James V. Hart took some big liberties with the original text by giving Dracula (Gary Oldman) an origin and a romantic story. Centuries ago, Dracula lost his wife, Elisabeta (Winona Ryder), and renounced God. In…
Megyn Kelly claims a decades-old photo of former President Bill Clinton shows him “looking down the chest” of one of her young friends — sharing it just hours before he is due to testify Friday about his association with late pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. The former Fox News anchor flashed up the…
It’s a digital wolf in sheep’s clothing. A Toronto college student has issued a warning to the public after nearly falling prey to an insidious new human test scam proliferating on the internet, which she detailed on Reddit. “I can see so many people falling for this. It’s evil,” Alexandra,…
March is a great month to step outside and look up. As winter gives way to spring, the night sky offers a mix of bright planets, seasonal star patterns and easy-to-spot deep-sky targets — ideal whether you’re a casual observer or are hoping to capture some stunning astro images. The…
Former ESPN host Keith Olbermann called his former “SportsCenter” colleague Linda Cohn a “self-obsessed politically motivated clown” following her remarks about Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews visiting the White House after Team USA’s gold medal win over Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Taking to X on Thursday, Cohn disagreed…
Season 4 of The Traitors was packed with drama, but one of the biggest sources of intrigue wasn’t about the game at all: Did Maura Higgins and Rob Rausch hook up? Speculation about the pair began almost as soon as they entered Ardross Castle, and on paper, it makes sense.…
If you thought doulas only coached breathing in delivery rooms, meet the glam-squad godmothers of the operating room. Los Angeles–based concierge consultants Julie Obst and Alana Ungvari have carved out a niche as high-touch guides for clients navigating the nerve-racking, scar-sensitive, spreadsheet-worthy world of plastic surgery. Think part strategist, part…
A Columbia University student detained at her campus housing by ICE agents Thursday morning was released after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani received assurances from President Trump as they met at the White House Thursday. “Just got off the phone with President Trump. In our meeting earlier, I shared my concerns…
The Cowboys won’t let George Pickens hit free agency. Dallas is planning to place the franchise tag on receiver George Pickens on Friday following a career-best first season with the team, according to Yahoo. Spotrac estimates the tag will be worth roughly $28 million for receivers. “I’m talking to George…
Andy Cohen shared a touching message to The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Mary Cosby following the death of her son Robert Cosby Jr. At the end of the Thursday, February 26, episode of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Cohen, 57, directed heartfelt words to Mary…
Delia Atenea never considered going under the knife — she’d always been slender, fit and confident in her own skin. But three pregnancies, including two sets of twins, took a toll on her body, leaving her with stretched skin that hung from her belly. Then a friend mentioned Dr. Ryan…
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