SEATTLE — U.S. national team coach Mauricio Pochettino passionately defended the decision by FIFA to allow Folarin Balogun to play in the Round of 16 at the World Cup, saying his red card against Bosnia-Herzegovina was wrong to begin with. “We celebrate that decision,” Pochettino said. “We were punished enough against Bosnia-Herzegovina to play with 10 men, 30 minutes, in a decision that was completely unfair. But it’s not only because I am the head coach of the U.S. men’s national team, I need to defend my side. It’s only because I think 100 or 99.9 percent, that we all…
Amy Schumer is celebrating the 4th of July in style after opening up about her weight loss journey. “Epic fourth,” Schumer, 45, wrote via her Instagram Story on Sunday, July 5, while sharing a photo of her crew enjoying the patriotic holiday. “Just a group of 25 friends who have…
England’s celebration following a wild win over Mexico in the Round of 16 was dampened after midfielder Jordan Henderson was injured in bizarre fashion, hurting his wrist after the team celebrated with English fans in Mexico on Sunday night. The Three Lions had been celebrating with their supporters while “Wonderwall”…
Former Bachelor Ben Higgins and his wife, Jessica Clarke, are expanding their family. “The world is blessed because @jessclarke_ is becoming a mother of two girls and Winona is so excited about becoming a big sister!” Higgins, 37, wrote via Instagram on Sunday, July 5. “Waylon still carries the pressure…
Luka Doncic appears to be making the most of his NBA offseason. Doncic posted a series of photos on his Instagram Story on Sunday afternoon that included pictures of him enjoying some time out on the water. The first photo of Doncic featured him free-falling into the ocean with his…
It seems that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce had a marvelous time at their dreamy nuptials — and so did their star-studded guests. Swift and Kelce, both 36, exchanged vows on Friday, July 3, inside New York City’s Madison Square Garden in front of a complete who’s who of attendees.…
A Pennsylvania teen is defying all odds after losing his legs and most of his arms due to an illness at just 3 years old. Chase Mayweather, 16, has been winning big on the track field and dreams of becoming a track star and one of the few quadruple-amputee athletes…
Mariska Hargitay celebrated pal Taylor Swift’s star-studded wedding to Travis Kelce in style — with a flawless new ‘do to match. Hargitay, 63, was among the famous faces present as Swift and Kelce, both 36, said “I do” inside New York City’s famed Madison Square Garden arena on Friday, July…
He played the Trump card! President Trump asked FIFA’s president to review the red-card suspension of the US men’s team’s breakout star – before the organization shockingly announced he could play in Monday’s do-or-die game against Belgium, The Post has confirmed. Trump reached out to FIFA president Gianni Infantino directly…
Neymar Jr. let his frustration come out as Brazil was on the verge of their eventual knockout-round loss to Norway on Sunday. After scoring a stoppage-time goal on a penalty kick, Neymar got in the face of Norway goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, which turned out to…
Former Kansas City Chiefs star Mitch Schwartz was admittedly his wife Brooke Lynn’s hero for his tireless support of her first postpartum outing at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s star-studded wedding. Schwartz, 37, and Lynn, 33, were spotted leaving their New York City hotel on Friday, July 3, where eagle-eyed…
Huntington Beach has erupted after a judge ordered the city to adopt ranked-choice voting for council members — amid fears it could destroy the Republican supermajority. Orange County Superior Court Judge Craig Griffin ruled late June that the MAGA enclave needs to move away from its at-large system after a…
Exclusive | How US Soccer got Folarin Balogun’s suspension overturned — including Trump’s phone call
SEATTLE — At the end of the day — a day before the most significant match in U.S. men’s soccer history — justice was served. Folarin Balogun, the dynamic U.S. striker who’s scored a goal in each of the three matches he’s played in this World Cup, will play against…
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WASHINGTON — Michigan state Sen. Mallory McMorrow suspended her Senate campaign, leaving the Democratic contest a two-way battle between Dr. Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens for the critical seat. McMorrow (D), whose support in polls dropped dramatically over recent weeks and who previously trashed rural Americans, vowed to back whomever…
The Norwegians were outnumbered — playing in a building filled with an ocean of yellow and puddles of red, playing against a nation home to more than 200 million more citizens, playing an opponent that has won a record five World Cups and had made eight consecutive quarterfinal appearances on…
Veteran Major League Baseball umpire C.B. Bucknor will retire at the end of the 2026 season, bringing to a close a three-decade career that was as controversial as it was lengthy. Bucknor is one of seven umpires who accepted Major League Baseball’s voluntary buyout offer as he chooses to step…
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s highly anticipated, star-studded wedding ceremony somehow managed to feel like an extremely personal affair. “It really was intimate,” broadcaster Robin Roberts revealed after attending the couple’s Friday, July 3, ceremony during an episode of Good Morning America the next day. Roberts’ co-anchor George Stephanopoulos concurred,…
Biden’s illegal immigration surge triggered 30% rise in home prices, $ 20% in rents, Fed paper finds
A new Federal Reserve working paper found the record surge in illegal immigration during the Biden administration triggered higher home prices and rents. The findings arrive as immigration remains a polarizing political issue. Republicans argue former President Joe Biden’s border policies strained housing and public resources, while Democrats say immigration helped ease labor shortages…
OPEC+ has agreed a further increase in output targets from August, the group said in a statement on Sunday, adding to global supply at a time when oil prices are falling due to the gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz for oil exports. The oil-producing group agreed during an…
SEATTLE — After the Royal Belgian Football Association released a 283-word statement saying it was “astonished” at Folarin Balogun’s reinstatement, manager Rudi Garcia compared it to April Fools’ Day at his pre-match press conference. “I didn’t know that July 5 was equal to April 1 at FIFA,” Garcia said in…
Zendaya embraced her inner Grecian goddess in support of her new movie The Odyssey for the highly-anticipated film’s London photocall. Zendaya, 29, stunned in a white, custom Jacquemus halter gown for the Sunday, July 5, press event. She completed her show-stopping look with a coordinating head scarf connected to the back…
Anchorage Capital Advisors is the latest tenant to sign on at 125 W. 57th St., the 265,000 square-foot boutique office tower on Billionaires’ Row developed by global investment management firm Cain and Alchemy-ABR Investment Partners. The deal for two full floors brings the project to nearly 75% leased less than…
WASHINGTON — The Department of Homeland Security won’t fully reopen anytime soon. House GOP leadership doubled down Tuesday on insisting that it won’t move any piecemeal funding bill for DHS to end the record-breaking 66-day partial shutdown until it is sure that there’s a clear legislative path for all of…
Alex Jones is vowing to wage war on a stunning court-backed deal that would hand control of his embattled media empire to satirical outlet The Onion — blasting the move as an attempt to “steal his identity” as the conspiracy king fights to keep his platform alive. The conspiracy theorist…
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 Yankees have a golden opportunity in Boston this week. It’s still early days, but The Bronx Bombers can put some serious distance between…
Paris Jackson and her aunt Janet Jackson were noticeably missing as many of their family members gathered in Los Angeles for the premiere of the new Michael Jackson biopic, Michael. Michael’s siblings Jermaine Jackson, La Toya Jackson, Marlon Jackson and Jackie Jackson were all in attendance at the Monday, April…
WASHINGTON — Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) resigned from Congress on Tuesday, 30 minutes before she was scheduled to appear before an ethics panel over her alleged theft of $5 million in taxpayer money to fund her political ambitions. “After careful reflection and prayer, I have concluded that it is in…
Two Emirati carriers are among the first international airlines to resume flying to Israel since the war against Iran began on Feb. 28, highlighting the close cooperation and burgeoning ties between the two countries forged by the landmark Abraham Accords. The resumption of service by Abu Dhabi’s flag carrier, Etihad,…
After nearly half a century in space, the Voyager 1 spacecraft just shut down one of its last remaining science instruments in a desperate attempt to preserve power. NASA’s decision to turn off the instrument comes just ahead of a last-ditch “Big Bang” moment that mission managers hope will give…
Between a rock-hard body and a soft place. Lifting weights has been shown to strengthen muscles, boost brain health and lower the risk of several health conditions, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. While pumping iron can build sturdy muscles, some moves may cause other areas of the body to…
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. Bettors are going head-to-head with reporters over the No. 2 overall pick. Arvell Reese is the betting favorite to be selected by the Jets…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Kate Hudson didn’t exactly reinvent the wheel with her recent spring-ready outfit — and that’s exactly why we like it! The Song Sung Blue actress reminded us that classic, quality…
Vice President JD Vance arrived at the White House shortly before 1 p.m. Tuesday as doubts grew about whether he would travel as planned to Pakistan for a second round of peace talks with Iran. Vance had been expected in Islamabad on Monday, but the timeframe for his trip continued…
A new report published this week is ringing alarm bells about the state of California’s economy despite proclamations from Gov. Gavin Newsom this month that the state’s GDP reached a record $4.25 trillion last year. According to the Pacific Research Institute, the average California household has about 35 percent less…
Microsoft has dropped the price of its video game subscription service and the platform will not include future “Call of Duty” game releases on launch day, the company said Tuesday, in the first major strategy shift under new gaming boss Asha Sharma. Starting Tuesday, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate will now cost $22.99 a…
Atlantic Ocean currents that are vital for keeping Earth’s climate in check will halve in strength by 2100 and may be closer to collapse than first thought, a new study finds.The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) acts as an oceanic conveyor belt, circulating warm water north from the tropics and…
Not Zo’ fast Mam! Mayor Zohran Mamdani jumped the gun on celebrating the New York Knicks’ playoff birth with an art display in City Hall. Hours after the Knicks’ homage went up in the lobby Monday, the team fell in dramatic fashion to the Atlanta Hawks while playing at home…
In the 2010s, the streaming era as we know it had barely begun. Peak TV hadn’t even peaked yet, but there were already shows that were destined for early cancellations. It was especially frustrating to be an FX fan, as not even high-quality shows managed to earn second seasons. Since…
WASHINGTON — President Trump has rejected the idea of letting talks with Iran keep going if they run past tomorrow’s cease-fire expiration without a deal in place. “Well, I don’t want to do that. We don’t have that much time,” Trump told CNBC’s “Squawk Box” Tuesday morning when asked about the idea. “They have to negotiate. And, you know, the one thing…
A Florida produce distributor has recalled thousands of cartons of fresh cantaloupes over fears the fruit may be contaminated with Salmonella, according to the feds. Ayco Farms Inc. is pulling 8,302 cartons of whole fresh cantaloupes that were shipped to Pennsylvania, Florida, California and New York. The recall has been…
Apple’s incoming CEO John Ternus is taking over at a critical time for the tech giant, which is facing serious questions about its artificial intelligence strategy. Ternus, a company veteran and head of Apple’s hardware division, will replace longtime CEO Tim Cook on Sept. 1, the company announced Monday. Cook,…
Neanderthal toddlers grew faster than their modern human counterparts, likely as an adaptation to living in a cold, harsh environment, new research suggests.The discovery, which was made using the bones of a young Neanderthal discovered in Amud Cave in northern Israel in the 1990s, suggests that Neanderthals and modern humans…
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