DHS launches probe into Eric Swalwell over allegations he illegally hired Brazilian nanny

The Department of Homeland Security is investigating allegations that embattled lefty California Rep. Eric Swalwell illegally employed a Brazilian nanny years ago, officials said. Swalwell allegedly hired the nanny for his children and she continued to work for the family after her work authorization permit expired in 2022, the New York Post exclusively revealed. DHS is now investigating after the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) referred the case to the department, Politico reported. “USCIS has been collecting information on the allegations involving Congressman Eric Swalwell hiring of a Brazilian national as a nanny without lawful work authorization,” DHS…

Islanders’ regular-season finale will have preseason-tryout feel

Game 82 of 2025-26 looks set to be the first preseason game of 2026-27. After the Islanders were officially eliminated from playoff contention on Sunday with a 4-1 loss to the Canadiens, coach Pete DeBoer indicated he’d like to use the last game of the season — a home match…

CBS bashed for botching Rory McIlroy’s Masters-winning shots

CBS committed a crucial triple-bogey-like error. There is nothing like watching Rory McIlroy win a back-to-back Masters for golf fans — that is, if you can actually see the winning shots. The broadcast failed to show McIlroy’s final four shots of the tournament as he claimed the first repeat green…

Former NFL player Chris Payton-Jones, 30, dead in a Florida car crash

Former NFL player Chris Payton-Jones died in a Florida car accident on Saturday night. He was 30. Payton-Jones, who was driving a sedan, collided head-on with a pickup truck in Alachua County, according to News 4 Jacksonville. He was the only person killed in the crash. The truck’s three passengers…

Costco travel perks that could save you hundreds on your next trip

Costco members may have access to added travel savings in 2026, as the retailer expands travel perks tied to its booking platform. For travelers looking to cut costs, these features may help cut expenses on hotels, rental cars and other parts of a trip. One option is Costco Travel’s bundled hotel pricing, which…

Jury still out on effects Noah Dobson trade had on Islanders

Trading Noah Dobson Montreal last summer may have been the only choice Mathieu Darche had, and it may turn into a long-term win-win for both teams. One year in, with Victor Eklund and Kashawn Aitcheson yet to make their NHL debuts — though hopefully the Islanders call up Eklund Tuesday…

Eric Swalwell suspends governor campaign after sex attack allegations

Eric Swalwell has dramatically suspended his campaign for California governor after shocking claims he sexually assaulted multiple women. The congressman admitted to “mistakes in judgement in the past” but issued another defiant rebuttal of the allegations leveled at him. His gubernatorial opponents were quick to cheer at him steeping down,…

Texas QB Arch Manning undergoes foot surgery as a ‘preventative measure’

Texas quarterback Arch Manning underwent offseason foot surgery, the school announced Friday. The procedure appeared to be minor, ESPN noted, but it will limit him in offseason workouts. He is expected to make a full recovery ahead of the 2026 college football season, which will be his redshirt junior campaign.…

Deion Sanders receives about five death threats a day, his bodyguard says

Extra precaution is needed in Colorado. Deion Sanders’ bodyguard revealed that the Buffaloes head coach receives five death threats per day, which was discussed in the first team meeting of 2026. The warning came from Michael Rhodes, Sanders’ bodyguard, who spoke to players in a meeting captured on video and…

Giants pushed hard to land Nationals’ CJ Abrams but failed to find common ground on deal

Trade talks centered around CJ Abrams between the Giants and Nationals recently stalled out.  The Athletic’s Andrew Baggarly reported Friday that San Francisco made an aggressive push for the All-Star shortstop before negotiations fizzled out.  The Giants had reportedly “signaled their openness to include” top prospect Josuar Gonzalez.  Fellow Giants…

Regular season drama between Rams-Seahawks could lead to Sunday thriller

Looking back, we should have known the two regular-season thrillers served up by the Rams and Seahawks were merely the appetizer to their showdown on Sunday in the NFC Championship game. Both games left everyone wanting more, and more is exactly what we’ll get when they square off one more…

Trench coat Newsom described as ‘SS garb’ is ‘Border Patrol-issued,’ Bovino says

Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino responded Thursday to criticism from California Gov. Gavin Newsom – who argued the Trump administration official’s trench coat looks like “SS garb.”  “That coat is definitely Border Patrol-issued,” Bovino asserted during an interview with NewsNation’s “On Balance with Leland Vittert.”  “I’ve had it for over…

John Brodie, ex-49ers quarterback, dead at 90

Former 49ers quarterback John Brodie, who played nearly two decades for San Francisco, passed away at 90 years old on Friday, the team announced. “The 49ers family is saddened to learn of the passing of one of the franchise’s all-time great players, John Brodie,” Niners co-chairman Dr. John York said…

LEGO debuts bizarre Crocs collab at Paris Fashion Week — and fans are freaking out: ‘Brick-tacular’

They’re real — and they’re “brick-tacular.” Loyal Lego fans are freaking over the beloved toy brand’s first, fashionable collab with Crocs — a pair of bizarre-looking, soon-to-be-released footwear, heralding the start of a multi-year partnership between the unlikely shoe-some. You probably won’t be wearing the block-shaped, Lego Brick Clogs for your…

Commercial jersey patches coming to college football

It was only a matter of time, but get ready for advertising patches on jerseys in college sports. Patch sponsorships have been approved by the NCAA Division I Cabinet, the governing body announced Friday, with the legislation slated to take effect in August of this year, just ahead of the…

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