Dozens of people in Florida have been diagnosed with a mosquito borne-illness more commonly found in tropical countries. The frightening thing is: They caught it here. Nicknamed “breakbone fever” because it causes agonizing pain in the joints and bones — making it feel like bones are breaking, especially in the legs and back — the virus has become more common in the US in recent years. Dengue is a viral infection that’s caused by bites from infected mosquitos. While most people who are infected never experience any symptoms, some get fevers, headaches, nausea, rashes, and of course, the excruciating body…
Gladys Knight has announced she’s scaling back her live performances “after much soul searching.” The singer, 82, announced her career decision in a statement made via her Instagram account on Thursday, August 27. “After much soul searching I’ve decided that I will be easing into fewer performances while focusing on…
Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration is mired in yet another supermarket mess. An online grocery platform that runs a city program for low-income households has stiffed Big Apple grocers to the tune of more than $1 million — even as the city seeks to enlarge the company’s contract to a whopping…
The “autism epidemic,” which has seen a huge rise in the number of people diagnosed with autism in the last 20 years, is a result of the doctors widening the definition of the disorder, while the number of severely disabled autistic people has remained flat, according to the lead researcher…
Michael Zheng walked through hell to play at Flushing Meadows. He was too young to drive, too far away to be driven, too ambitious to pass up the opportunity after being selected to train at the Billie Jean King USTA National Tennis Center, the site of the U.S. Open. Three…
US marijuana companies are the latest prize in the so-called “listing wars” between the top two US stock markets, the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq, On The Money has learned. The heightened interest in IPOs for Pot Inc., comes after federal barriers that have long blocked access to banking…
NASA is set to launch its own next-generation telescope into space on Sunday, to explore some of the universe’s biggest mysteries. The agency, in collaboration with SpaceX, plans to launch the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope no earlier than 7:26 a.m. EDT aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s…
On paper, Meg Sexton was thriving. The recent college graduate was working in event planning and fund-raising by day, and taking classes for her Ph.D. in higher education and leadership by night. She trained for marathons — regularly running over 80 miles a week — and nurtured a relationship with…
Because he was another first baseman/DH and hit left-handed, Luis García Jr. did not seem like a perfect fit when the Yankees acquired him at the trade deadline. They needed a right-handed bat, which they got a day later in Heliot Ramos. They needed a catcher, which did not happen.…
Lainey Wilson is paying tribute to Dolly Parton with a heartfelt social media post. The country singer, 34, honored her music idol by sharing details of her final call with Parton via an Instagram post shared on Thursday, August 27. “My Dolly. 💛 I felt like you were my friend…
Look out, King Kong! By at least one major metric, One Vanderbilt’s Summit has overtaken the Empire State Building Observatory’s 95-year reign as king of the city’s sky-high viewing decks. Summit, just five years old, brought in more dough in the first half of this year than the iconic Empire…
Chris Sale kept it simple and right to the point when asked how he threw over 100 mph during his shutout victory over the Dodgers on Thursday. Speaking with the Braves’ broadcast after the 1-0 win, Sale was asked the question, to which he replied deadpan: “With my arm.” The joke…
Hollywood is in mourning following the death of country music icon and actress Dolly Parton. “A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth and kindness…
A federal judge on Thursday blocked the US Postal Service from implementing core parts of a new rule it adopted at President Donald Trump’s direction that would tighten mail-in voting requirements ahead of the November congressional elections. US District Judge Indira Talwani in Boston issued a temporary restraining order, opens new…
Millionaires dock their house-sized yachts to the east, and there are miles of farmland and cornfields to the west. The Porters play on a not-so-seen patch of grass that could be plowed for sod while fans brave wooden bleachers that might as well have been installed during the Bush Sr.…
Tony Romo is taking “full responsibility” following his OWI arrest last month. A spokesperson for the CBS Sports NFL analyst, 46, told multiple outlets on Thursday, August 27 that “Tony accepts full responsibility for his actions and has taken proactive steps to ensure that this isolated civil matter is properly…
A US judge on Thursday blocked the Pentagon’s blacklisting of Anthropic, the latest turn in the Claude maker’s high-stakes fight with the military over AI safety on the battlefield. Anthropic’s lawsuit in California federal court alleges that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth overstepped his authority when he designated Anthropic a national security supply-chain risk, a label the government can apply to…
A day later, with the tears gone and adopting what he described as a feeling of peacefulness, Fernando Cruz said he is looking at all options. On Wednesday, the valuable Yankees reliever was diagnosed with a partial tear in his UCL, which typically calls for Tommy John surgery that sidelines…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Katie Holmes wore knit ballet flats this spring, but I can’t stop thinking about how perfect this shoe is for fall. The soft, textured fabric practically looks borrowed from a chunky…
Sabrina Ionescu had a rough go in the Liberty’s 79-60 loss to the Valkyries at Barclays Center. Ionescu shot 2-for-12 from the field, including 1-for-9 from deep, to finish with seven points. She was far from the only Liberty player who struggled against the high-pressure Valkyries. Leonie Fiebich went 1-for-6…
Get a rundown of Us‘ top stories making headlines in celebrity news, sports and entertainment on August 27, 2026. Here are the key takeaways: • Kylie Jenner shut down viral pregnancy speculation on the Wednesday, August 26, episode of the “Better Half” podcast, admitting she doesn’t “feel the need to…
Bo Bichette isn’t expected to miss much time after suffering a left ankle contusion in the Mets’ loss on Wednesday night. The team’s starting third baseman wasn’t in the lineup for the series finale against the Brewers on Thursday. Though he was available off the bench, he did not play.…
Daveigh Chase’s friend and former business manager, John Ryan, is weighing in on her parents’ legal battle over who will control and manage the late actress’ $400,000 estate. Ryan — who is siding with Daveigh’s father, John Schwallier — filed paperwork objecting to her mom Cathy Chase’s petition to administer…
If there was ever a time to challenge the Swifties. Jalen Brunson, who led the Knicks to the franchise’s first championship in 53 years on Saturday night, took a moment to defend Monica McNutt against Taylor Swift’s fans after the Knicks radio voice drew their ire during Game 4 of…
America is turning the big 2-5-0, and what better way to do that than by staging a cage match between two sweaty men? When President Donald Trump announced he would be hosting a UFC event at the White House near America’s birthday, many were skeptical it would actually happen. Well,…
To our human eyes, a mouse’s furred face doesn’t betray much emotion. But if you watch the body language of a mouse who’s reunited with one of her sisters after five days in a cage alone, you might suspect you know what she’s feeling.The formerly isolated mouse chatters in squeaks…
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. Two contenders Group E will battle in the World Cup on Sunday, and new players can use the BetMGM Sportsbook bonus code to get…
The Valley’s Jasmine Goode is officially off the market after exchanging vows with Melissa Marie. Us Weekly can exclusively confirm the couple got married on Saturday, June 13, during a romantic ceremony executed by The Wedding Plan and Company at the Crossed Keys Estate in New Jersey. “My vision was…
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. One of the most lopsided matchups of the World Cup is expected when Germany takes on Curacao, and new users at Fanatics Sportsbook can…
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are enjoying quality time together at the theater. The couple, both 36, stepped out for a theater date night, attending a performance of Oh, Mary! at New York City’s Lyceum Theatre on Saturday, June 13. The “Fate of Ophelia” singer and the Kansas City Chiefs…
Quick FactsWhat it is: A moonlit Earth.Where it is: Image taken from Earth orbit.When it was shared: June 4, 2026.When NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman pointed his camera back at Earth — just as the Artemis II crew’s Orion spacecraft departed for the moon on April 2 — he captured what…
SAN ANTONIO — It wasn’t so long ago, Landry Shamet couldn’t miss a shot. He became a key part of the Knicks’ explosive second unit. But Shamet has gone ice-cold, and the Knicks’ reserves are no longer making an impact. It continued in Saturday night’s 94-90 Game 5, championship-clinching win.…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Cher always appears to be glowing, but her Met Gala skin was something different. As it turns out, her makeup artist used a cult-favorite serum to give her that smooth,…
If you’ve ever washed uncooked rice, you’ve seen the pale, milky-white water that rinses away. Billions of people across the world eat rice every day. So should everybody who cooks rice wash it beforehand?This question has been the subject of a number of scientific studies, which have looked at how…
After years of Knicks pain, Ben Stiller is now on top of the NBA mountain. The longtime Knicks fan was elated after the team’s 94-90 Game 5 victory that won the franchise its first Finals since 1973. Stiller, an active X user when it comes to the Knicks, didn’t post…
Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian opened up for the first time in his upcoming Hulu documentary about how they suffered a miscarriage before they welcomed son Rocky. During the premiere of Travis Barker: Love Is Louder Than Fear, which Us Weekly attended at the Tribeca Film Festival on Saturday, June…
Now’s not their time. But it’s just a matter of time. Victor Wembanyama sprinted onto the championship stage earlier than anyone anticipated, showing the basketball world that it’ll soon be in his 7-foot-4 shadow. But the Spurs came up short in the NBA Finals against the Knicks, a team…
Aldon Smith, a former San Francisco 49ers linebacker, has died. He was 36. The 49ers released an official statement via X on Saturday, June 13, to confirm the news. “We are devastated by the sudden and tragic passing of Aldon Smith,” the statement read. “Aldon’s undeniable talent and sheer dominance…
SAN ANTONIO — The longest-tenured Knick made the most of his opportunity. With Karl-Anthony Towns in foul trouble, Mitchell Robinson was called upon to play his most minutes of the playoffs. He stood tall. Robinson not only grabbed 10 rebounds in 20 minutes and helped limit Spurs 7-foot-4 unicorn Victor…
Many Love Island U.K. alums have traded the villa for the nursery, welcoming children with — or without — their fellow contestants. Season 2 winners Cara De La Hoyde and Nathan Massey are parents of two. They share son Freddie, born in December 2017, and daughter Delilah, born in July…
SAN ANTONIO — All these years later, Patrick Ewing was able to celebrate a Knicks championship. A basketball ambassador for the franchise, Ewing was courtside as Jalen Brunson erupted for 45 points to lead the Knicks to their first title in 53 years with a 94-90 victory in Game 5…
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President Trump congratulated the NBA champion New York Knicks in a post on Truth Social. “Congratulations to Jim Dolan and the New York Knicks!!!” Trump posted. The president called the Knicks remarkable playoff run “maybe the greatest of all time.” He proceeded to laud several Knicks players. Tonight, a superstar…
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