This year’s exceptionally strong El Niño has brought a rare gift to Chile’s Atacama Desert: rain. In one of the driest places on Earth, that rare moisture has awakened millions of seeds and bulbs that can remain dormant underground for years, transforming the landscape into a spectacular carpet of color.Known locally as “desierto florido,” or “flowering desert,” the phenomenon is one of nature’s most remarkable transformations. Patches of purple, pink, white, red and yellow now spread across hillsides and plains that for much of the year appear almost completely lifeless.”It is a unique phenomenon; there are more than 200 plant…
Cape Cod is known for its lobsters and its growing great white shark population, but now the holiday hotspot has another extraordinary animal to showcase: A rare two-headed diamondback terrapin that is surviving against the odds.The baby turtle, which weighed just 0.18 ounces (5.2 grams), was brought to the Cape…
Somehow, some way, the Dodgers’ dynasty will inevitably end. They don’t think it will be this October, of course, as they come off a 100-win regular season and embark on their historic pursuit of a World Series three-peat. Around the sport, however, not everyone is so sure. Ahead of the…
Dua Lipa’s wedding band perfectly coordinates with her engagement ring. Lipa, 31, gave fans a glimpse of her gold wedding band from her husband, Callum Turner, via Instagram on Thursday, October 1. The ring, which she wore below her diamond, featured a simple, shiny gold band. Lipa’s engagement ring is…
President Trump predicted that the seven fraternity brothers accused of raping a female classmate at Cornell University won’t get a “fair shake” with Letitia James on the case, calling the New York attorney general a “corrupt person.” “Tisha James is a corrupt person. She’s totally corrupt, and I can’t imagine…
Ben Affleck pointed out a significant similarity between his ex-wife Jennifer Garner and his Animals costar Kerry Washington. “You and Jen Garner, by the way — talk about twin spirits. You’re the two — the only people I know who regularly bake for the crew,” Affleck, 54, shared on a…
WASHINGTON — The Kennedy Center Honors are leaving the Kennedy Center. This year’s annual celebration of the performing arts will be held Dec. 7 at Capital One Arena in downtown Washington, DC, a center spokesperson announced Friday. Few other details were immediately available, and an explanation for the change wasn’t…
Europe on Friday caved to President Trump’s demand that it release barrels of diesel oil from reserves – but experts are warning it could have little to no effect on US prices at the pump. The release of up to 100 million barrels of diesel oil within the next few…
One in 8 women in the US will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. The good news is that early detection and treatment are only getting better. When breast cancer is caught in its earliest stages the 5-year survival rate is over 99%. While most women know to…
Anne Hathaway made it clear that her Knicks fandom doesn’t waver. During an appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” on Wednesday, Hathaway prioritized another Knicks championship over winning a second Academy Award while playing a game called “Best Thing Ever.” The game forced her to choose among two…
It’s the first weekend of October, and surprise, surprise, streamers like HBO Max, Mubi and Hulu are dropping some pretty scary movies for you to watch this weekend. Evil Dead Burn is a relatively straightforward horror sequel, while Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma features lead stars Gillian Anderson…
The US Senate race in Kansas is taking a nasty turn after incumbent Republican Roger Marshall’s campaign released a new ad accusing Democratic challenger Adam Hamilton of failing to report a pedophile who once worked at Hamilton’s church to law enforcement. Hamilton, who has served as lead pastor at Church…
The first animals may have appeared on Earth hundreds of millions years earlier than their fossils suggest, a new modeling study suggests.Previously, the earliest fossil evidence of animals dated to around 574 million years ago, during the Ediacaran period (635 million to 538 million years ago). In the new paper,…
A woman says a rare type of cancer left surgeons forced to remove an estimated 80% of her nose and reconstruct it using cartilage from her rib. Mel Frisby, 39, was on holiday in Turkey in September 2022 when she jumped off a boat into the sea and realized upon…
Aaron Donald’s comeback has hit its first real speed bump. The Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle will not play Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field after back soreness kept the 35-year-old out of practice throughout the week. Rams’ head coach Sean McVay made the announcement on Friday…
WASHINGTON — Republicans are moving up to $10 million from North Carolina’s Senate race and putting it toward shoring up deep-red Kansas, The Post has learned, while the main Trump-backing super PAC and the official Senate GOP campaign arm are done spending in the Tar Heel State. The Senate Leadership…
Need something to do this weekend? You could read a book, but you can also spend some time watching some of the new movies Netflix just added to its library in October. At the top of Watch With Us’ binge list is The Bourne Identity, a now-classic action film starring…
California GOP gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton dropped a shocking ad teasing a lesbian encounter Thursday, a day after his debate with rival Democrat Xavier Becerra. Hilton launched “Just Try It, California,” the first spot in a six-figure television and digital ad campaign aimed at Gen Z and millennial voters, his…
Mark Thompson looks set to keep the reins at CNN in the near term as incoming owner David Ellison seeks stability at the cable network — but the possibility of Bari Weiss eventually gaining authority there remains alive, according to multiple reports. Ellison is working on a deal to keep…
Could a new drug that makes fat cells self-destruct be the next big GLP-1? CBL-514 targets fat cells, and a new study shows that it was effective in slimming down participants’ waistlines. Early data suggests it’s effective at keeping it off, too. While GLP-1s mostly decrease fat, they also shed…
A postgame Pittsburgh high school football interview was cut short by gunshots Thursday night. Players from Westinghouse Academy were sent scurrying in the middle of an interview on Point 22 after their 35-0 win over University Prep in a chilling scene at George K. Cupples Stadium. They visibly snapped their…
Murder, romance and David Tennant — it must be another month of outstanding programming from BritBox. The British-based streamer just released its October 2026 slate, and it’s packed full of binge-worthy shows that will surely ruin your social life. At the top of Watch With Us’ list is War &…
WASHINGTON — President Trump said Friday that a lone Senate Republican is blocking Americans from gaining an extra hour of daylight on winter evenings — as he ratcheted up pressure on senators to pass his plan for permanent daylight saving time. “Unfortunately, it’s being held up by Senator Tom Cotton,…
Cameron Young got into the clubhouse early, waiting and hoping that that he’d be the last man standing at the British Open. It came down to the final shot, but the Westchester native fell just shot as Ryan Fox of New Zealand birdied 18 to finish 10-under and capture the…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Even if you’re not going all out for Summerween, there are a handful of spooky movies worth adding to your queue. On top of the entertainment factor, many classics include…
Samsung Electronics has cut jobs at its US display, phone and other consumer electronics operations — affecting workers mainly in New Jersey and Texas, according to documents and two people familiar with the matter. The South Korean tech giant said on Sunday in a statement to Reuters that 739 roles in Englewood…
High hopes for those with dementia. New research has found an unexpected benefit for a common symptom in those with late-stage Alzheimer’s and other dementias from a cannabis treatment after a matter of weeks. The results mark a major step in dementia treatment, especially as more than 7 million Americans…
Cam Skattebo may want that one back. While at Fanatics Fest on Saturday, the second-year Giants running back, who is recovering from a dislocated ankle and tibia fracture, made an appearance at the WWE stage where fans could recreate the entrances of their favorite wrestlers. Skattebo chose Triple H with…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! If you’re bored with your sundresses lately, we hear you. But that doesn’t mean you’re itching for a new one. Thankfully, fashion girls in Cannes, London and Greece found the…
WASHINGTON — Republicans are gaining on Democrats’ lead heading into the midterm elections, a shocking new poll found. Democrats have a 48% to 45% edge for registered voters on the question of which party should take control of the House of Representatives, according to a Washington Post-Ipsos poll. That’s a…
A mother has shared a new-age parenting technique that has worked wonders for both her and her children. While many Australians use ChatGPT to predict the stock market or to diagnose a weird cough, Doctor Nici Sweaney has a whole other use for it. “I actually have ChatGPT as my…
I scream, you scream, we all scream for the surprising benefits of ice cream. With Sunday marking National Ice Cream Day, plenty of chains are offering up freebies, including one beloved franchise. And experts are giving the scoop on how the sweet summer treat can actually be good for your…
NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani’s knee is still bothering him. And now, exactly when he will return to the mound for the Dodgers is unclear. On Sunday, manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani will not make a pitching start on Wednesday as initially expected, after the two-way star continued to feel…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! If you find yourself stuck in a tee-jeans-and-sneakers rut, we hear you. But you don’t have to give up your staple outfit to look chic. By swapping sneakers with luxe-looking…
Jon Rahm began Sunday with an opportunity to work himself into the mix at the British Open, sitting six shots back of leader Sam Burns. His chances blew up on his first shot. For the second straight day, Rahm whacked his tee shot on the first hole out of bounds,…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Wedding season is still going strong, and we’re shopping for all our elegant summer fits. And while fit-and-flare silhouettes and classic A-lines are poised and plentiful, our current obsession is…
Astronomers have found the strongest evidence yet that a rocky planet beyond our solar system has managed to hold onto an atmosphere — a crucial ingredient for life as we know it.The discovery marks the first time scientists have detected an atmosphere surrounding a rocky planet orbiting in the habitable…
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. The MLB season is back on track following the All-Star Game, as the Mets and Juan Soto close out a three-game series against the…
Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham admitted that she feels guilty “all the time” when she has to temporarily leave her 12-year-old daughter for acting jobs. “I’m about to go away to do press for the next season of Ted [Lasso], and the mummy guilt descends,” Waddingham, 51, told The Guardian…
Archaeologists in Russia have discovered a rare medieval wild-boar tusk that was likely used by a warrior or noble as a good-luck charm, a new study reports.The unusual finding, a large tusk mounted with an engraved metal cap, dates to between the mid-12th and early 13th century. It was found…
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Matty Healy is a married man as he and his fiancée, Gabbriette Bechtel, have reportedly tied the knot. JustJared and Extra published photos on Saturday, July 18, of Healy, 37, exchanging rings with Bechtel, 28, at Madonna‘s former Hollywood Hills mansion Castillo del Lago, which was immortalized in the classic…
Researchers have discovered that children’s brains can contain cells with their mother’s DNA and that these cells can persist for decades.The findings, which were posted to the preprint database bioRxiv June 10 but have not been peer-reviewed yet, are part of a growing body of work showing that a mother…
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