Sen. Rick Scott rips Hasan Piker’s call to kill him: ‘This is the Democrat Party’

WASHINGTON — Florida Sen. Rick Scott admonished Democrats for the vile rhetoric of left-wing livestreamer Hasan Piker, who suggested the lawmaker needs to be killed. During a recent livestream, Piker declared that “if you cared about Medicare fraud or Medicaid fraud, you would kill Rick Scott.” Scott (R-Fla.) has since pushed for Yale University to lose funding for allowing Piker to speak at an event. “He wants me killed. He wants every capitalist murdered,” Scott bemoaned matter-of-factly on “Fox News Sunday.” “He said that we deserve 9/11. He’s clearly antisemitic. Democrats are campaigning with this guy.” “The Democrat Party supports this stuff,” he…

Ex-USC receiver, top NFL prospect, arrested days ahead of draft

Just days before the NFL draft, one of the top wide receiver prospects has been arrested on two possible misdemeanor charges. Former USC and Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch, a consensus Day 2 pick in the draft, faces misdemeanor charges of obstructing public sidewalks/streets, prowling and obstruction of a law…

NYC developer Stephen Ross conquering West Palm Beach

Stephen M. Ross, who as former head of Related Cos. drove development of Time-Warner Center at Columbus Circle and Hudson Yards, is creating a new Boomtown USA far from Manhattan’s West Side — in West Palm Beach, a short bridge stroll across the Intracoastal Waterway from its wealthier cousin, Palm…

Twins manager Derek Shelton’s profane ejection rant caught on hot mic

An argument between an umpire and Minnesota Twins manager Derek Shelton was caught on a hot microphone. During the Twins’ 5-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday, Shelton was ejected from the game after Reds star shortstop Elly de la Cruz checked his swing on a pitch, subsequently hitting…

Menstrual blood could be the key to treating osteoarthritis

Talk about a bloody genius treatment. A study published in Scientific Reports has identified a promising, unconventional source for treating the more than 600 million people living with osteoarthritis. While plenty of women deal with the downsides of menstrual blood ruining underwear, there could be a benefit to the monthly…

Dodgers place Freddie Freeman on paternity list, activate Ryan Ward

DENVER — The Dodgers have officially recalled outfield prospect Ryan Ward to their MLB roster. The awaited corresponding move: Freddie Freeman going on the paternity list. While news of Ward’s first career (and long-awaited) big-league call-up came late Friday, the corresponding move with Freeman wasn’t announced until 36 hours later.…

Dexter Lawrence gets new Bengals contract after blockbuster Giants trade

Dexter Lawrence and the Bengals have struck a deal. After the Giants agreed to trade the disgruntled defensive tackle Saturday night, Lawrence is getting a one-year, $28 million contract extension from Cincinnati, multiple reports said Sunday morning, citing the 28-year-old’s agency. The Giants are getting the No. 10 pick in…

Exclusive | Eric Swalwell billed 100+ booze delivery charges to campaigns

Disgraced ex-congressman Eric Swalwell — who is accused of raping and sexually assaulting multiple women after nights of heavy drinking — billed an eye-watering amount of booze deliveries to his campaigns, including charges during a series of jaunts to Las Vegas.  Over a four-year period starting in 2020, Swalwell’s donor-funded…

This super cheap supplement can protect you from the flu

It’s nothing to sneeze at. This cold and flu season has been more active and severe than expected, largely driven by a new variant of the flu virus known as subclade K. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that there have been at least 19 million illnesses, 250,000…

The best and worst Mets and Yankees moves of the offseason

In a flurry, the New York teams — notably the Mets — unleashed a series of moves in late January to stop so much of the noisy criticism surrounding the clubs. It is easy to forget how long the offseason is and how over the past decade, in particular, organizations…

Steelers reveal hopeful timeline for Aaron Rodgers’ decision

The Steelers are hoping to have an answer about Aaron Rodgers’ future with the franchise figured out “in the next month or so.”  That was the message from owner Art Rooney II, who stated in comments to the team’s website that left the door open for Rodgers to play another…

Below Deck Mediterranean’s Nathan Gallagher Reveals Why He ‘Kicked’ His Dad Out of the House When He Was 15

Below Deck Mediterranean‘s Nathan Gallagher made a surprising revelation about his tumultuous relationship with his father. During the Monday, January 26, episode of the hit Bravo series, Nathan supported Victoria SanJuan, who got emotional about ex Joe Bradley brazenly showing interest in their coworker Kizzi Kitchener. Nathan found Victoria alone…

Marco Rubio reveals why he hides his naps from Trump on Air Force One

Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed he goes to unusual lengths to avoid being caught napping by President Trump during overseas flights on Air Force One. While the man who has many administration jobs says he needs rest, Trump never sleeps on the plane — and could patrol the cabin…

Rams find meaning in memories despite depressing end

Kobie Turner stood at his locker tall and proud.  Stoic even. This was a stark contrast to the rest of his Rams teammates who remained shocked, still replaying the moments in their mind from their 31-27 loss to the Seahawks in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday night.  But Turner’s demeanor was different. In the…

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