Fetterman admits to being ‘lonely’ as moderate Dem willing to break party ranks

Sen. John Fetterman has opened up about his “lonely” experience being a rare moderate Democrat in Congress willing to publicly break ranks from his party during partisan fights. The Pennsylvania pol contended that Democrats have deviated from their values on issues such as government shutdowns, as well as border security, leading him to take his own path. “I’ve, you know, had to vote against the caucus,” the sweats-loving senator told “Real Time With Bill Maher” on Friday. “I don’t enjoy that, but we used to be a party that would always refuse to shut the government down. “And now we…

Dodgers in no rush with ace Blake Snell: ‘Learned a lot’

Blake Snell wanted this. This stage. This opponent. By pitching against the Braves at Dodger Stadium instead of the Angels’ Class-A affiliate in Rancho Cucamonga, Snell was able to do more than build up his arm. “It’s going to let you know where you’re at pretty quickly,” Snell said. More…

Undrafted rookie Dominic Zvada opens Giants kicking competition

Better call Sauls (and Sanders). Undrafted rookie Dominic Zvada fired the opening salvo Saturday at Giants rookie minicamp in what is expected to be a kicking competition pitting him against incumbent Ben Sauls and former All-Pro Jason Sanders. Zvada went 5-for-5 on field goals, including a 55-yarder. “It’s going to…

Are we more closely related to cats or dogs?

They sleep on our beds, steal our food, and generally rule the house. Between them, cats and dogs make up two-thirds of pet ownership worldwide. But which of the two companion animals are we more closely related to?The answer depends on how you look at the question.”From an evolutionary perspective…

Knicks have shot to repeat feat 37 years in making — sweeping rival 76ers

PHILADELPHIA — Before social media and brand marketing and everything else that’s snatched away most genuine reactions from team sports, Charles Oakley, the enforcer and spokesman of the Knicks, told a ballboy, “Go get that broom.”  The Knicks were in Philadelphia and just completed a first-round sweep of the Sixers.…

Trump to sign new 10% global tariff after Supreme Court defeat

WASHINGTON — President Trump announced Friday afternoon that he would impose a new 10% tariff on most foreign imports — after the Supreme Court ruled that same baseline rate could not be imposed using emergency powers. “Today, I will sign an order to impose a 10% global tariff under Section 122, over…

OL, WR additions? Chargers have questions that need answers at NFL combine

The Chargers have made progress under Jim Harbaugh over the last two years, but it’s worth noting that both seasons ended in the same frustrating fashion. The disappointing way they were bounced from the playoffs by the Texans and Patriots doesn’t negate the headway the Chargers have made under Harbaugh.…

Mick Cronin claims he’s a good fit at UCLA: ‘I’m not the story’

UCLA basketball coach Mick Cronin on Friday said he apologized to Steven Jamerson II for ejecting the backup center during a game earlier in the week. Cronin said he initially thought that Jamerson committed a dirty play against Michigan State on Tuesday but realized upon watching replays that it wasn’t.…

European trade pact with Trump  scrambled by Supreme Court tariff ruling

Europe is seeking stability after the Supreme Court of the United States blew up President Donald Trump’s tariff playbook — forcing officials to rethink a trade agreement reached in July 2025 that has not been ratified. “Our basic assumption that President Trump could use another legal basis has to be…

Paramount Skydance’s B bid for Warner Bros. clears major hurdle

Paramount said Friday the US antitrust waiting period for its $78 billion all-cash bid for Warner Bros. Discovery expired on Thursday, marking a milestone on the road to a potential deal to acquire the owner of HBO Max. The company said this “means there is no statutory impediment in the US to…

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