WASHINGTON — Democrats will have as little as two weeks to replace alleged sexual predator Graham Platner as their nominee for the Senate seat from Maine, assuming he agrees to drop out of the race. Privately, Platner is attempting to negotiate with party bosses as he mulls his path forward, demanding a replacement who shares his far-left ideology should he quit the campaign, The Post has learned. While Senate Democratic leadership has refrained from aggressively intervening after supporting the failed primary campaign of Gov. Janet Mills, prominent ex-Platner supporters are casting about for a new champion. If Platner drops out before…
Former Bachelor and Bachelorette producer Julie LaPlaca claims in her new book, The Love Producer, that she was once considered as a possible season lead. In her debut memoir, available Tuesday, July 7, Julie, 41, recalls receiving a phone call from Bachelor creator Mike Fleiss after filming wrapped on Peter…
ANKARA, Turkey — President Trump blasted his fellow NATO leaders Tuesday ahead of the alliance’s annual summit — after receiving an over-the-top reception from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, who welcomed Trump on the tarmac before offering his motorcade a horseback escort through the Turkish capital. “I was very disappointed…
For the first time, a physicist has experimentally watched time emerge from within an isolated quantum system — by creating a “mini-universe.” This bizarre experiment raises an intriguing question: If the universe has nothing outside it, where does time come from?In a new study published June 11 in the journal…
Man up and start sharing these symptoms with your doctor, guys. Between 2015 and 2022, men were more likely to be diagnosed with 16 different late-stage cancers than women, according to a new study published last week — with the biggest discrepancies for salivary gland cancer, oropharyngeal cancer, thyroid cancer and…
Maine Democratic candidate Graham Platner is furiously debating with his campaign team and advisers whether to abandon the US Senate race challenging incumbent Republican Susan Collins — and has issued a list of demands to members of his own party for his preferred replacement candidate if he does. A source…
A draft Treasury Department report is warning that an artificial intelligence bubble could put millions of Americans’ retirement savings at risk if the industry goes through a major downturn — even as leaders from Washington to Silicon Valley tout AI as the engine of a new economic boom. The internal…
Archaeologists in Italy have unearthed the royal tomb of a pre-Roman “warrior-prince” along with the remains of his chariot and weapons. The tomb was just one part of an extensive sixth-century B.C. burial ground and reveals new information about the funerals of elite rulers from this mysterious civilization.The funerary complex…
Cases of a parasite that can cause explosive diarrhea have quickly quadrupled in Michigan, skyrocketing to 681 people on Monday — which is up rom 170 cases in the state less than a week ago. As of the most recent reported numbers, Michigan is by far the hardest-hit state. New…
In the days leading up to his wedding with Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce was dealing with legal issues, according to TMZ. Kelce and his Chiefs teammate Patrick Mahomes reportedly are being sued in New York federal court by the shoe company 1587 Sneakers over the naming of their steakhouse 1587…
This summer, Belmont Park Village is offering wheels to its designer deals. Starting July 8, the luxury outlet center next to UBS Arena in Elmont, LI, will provide complimentary sprinter vans round-trip from Southampton every Wednesday. That way, Hamptonites hungry for unbeatable prices on European and American designer fashion and…
ANKARA, Turkey — President Trump said Tuesday he was lifting sanctions that bar the sale of certain military equipment to Turkey — potentially paving the way for the provision of advanced F-35 fighter jets. “We don’t want to sanction friends,” Trump told reporters. Follow The Post’s live coverage of President…
Doctor calls creatine ‘promising but not definitive’ as a complement to depression care. A systematic review, published in Genomic Press’ Brain Medicine, found that creatine monohydrate may be beneficial as an add-on treatment for major depressive disorder, although the evidence remains preliminary. The Canada-based researchers analyzed data from five randomized controlled…
It’s the type of tantrum that gets a 15-year-old punished. For Ida Wobker, it was a lot worse than losing her cell phone for a week. While locked in a 5-5 tie in the second set with Valentina Pop, the German teen had a meltdown after missing a backhand long,…
Lefty horror author Stephen King is sticking by Graham Platner — even after the Maine Democratic Senate candidate was accused by his ex-girlfriend of breaking into her home and drunkenly raping her. Maine resident Jenny Racicot made the allegations against Platner in a bombshell report published in Politico on Tuesday…
The richest spider is going up the waterspout. On the first day he was eligible, Donovan Mitchell agreed to a four-year, $273 million maximum contract extension with the Cavaliers that includes a player option for the 2030-31 season and also a trade kicker. The extension locks the Cavaliers in as…
Dior Creative Director Jonathan Anderson broke his silence about collaborating with Taylor Swift on her wedding dress. “It was a joy to work with her,” Anderson, 41, told WWD at the launch of his 2026 couture collection in Paris on Monday, July 6, adding, “We became very good friends.” Swift’s…
Drink up for better health. What we eat plays a clear role in lowering cholesterol, with nutrient-rich foods like oatmeal, brown rice, high-fiber vegetables, fatty fish and seeds helping out. Beverages help too, as one drink that’s been around for centuries — and is still popular today — not only…
The default position in international competitions like this is pride. Win or lose, each player representing his nation should feel honored. Win or lose, all fans should be proud when their country takes the main stage and earns the world’s attention and perhaps its admiration. But man, it was tough…
Simone Biles had no time for people questioning why she was invited to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce‘s lavish wedding. The Olympic gymnast, 29, celebrated that she and her husband, NFL star Jonathan Owens, were among the dozens of celebrities to attend Swift, 36, and Kelce’s nuptials at Madison Square…
Around the world, brightly-colored squishy toys marketed as harmless “sensory” gadgets designed to be squeezed, stretched and smushed have surged in popularity. But behind the viral appeal of NeeDoh toys, doctors say a dangerous pattern is emerging — one that is sending children and teens to the hospital with severe…
After Egor Dëmin became the Nets’ first lottery pick in 15 years, many doubted his shooting. He then went out and set NBA rookie 3-point shooting records. After the young guard’s struggled to get downhill in his first season as a pro, now many are pointing to Dëmin’s inability to…
Details about NHL legend Claude Lemieux’s will have been released following his death at age 60 in May. Court documents obtained by Us Weekly show that Claude left “all of [his] estate” to a trust initially set up alongside his wife, Deborah Lemieux, in September 2008 and last amended in…
Meghan Markle is speaking out about the detrimental effects of social media on mental health — and sharing the ways trolling has affected her over the years. Meghan, 44, and her husband, Prince Harry, visited the mental health charity Batyr at Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne as part of…
A wannabe congressman has been slammed for his son’s abhorrent social media posts that frequently expressed anti-Semitic views, including a “Heil Hitler” reference and “f—k Israel” comments. Lander Busse — whose father Ryan Busse is running to replace Republican Rep. Ryan Zinke in Montana — is a self-proclaimed “anti-Zionist” who…
Walmart is pouring fresh cash into California. The Arkansas mega-chain has set dozen of stores in the Golden State up for major facelifts that promise new food options, expanded product lines and faster shopping perks. The retail giant announced plans to remodel 56 locations statewide in 2026, part of a…
The Colorado River may have carved out the Grand Canyon after pooling as a giant lake in what is now northern Arizona and spilling downstream, a new study suggests.Scientists found that tiny sediment grains in the Bidahochi Basin, upstream of the canyon, were carried from the upper Colorado River watershed…
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 Guardians kick off a four-game series against the Orioles as slight home favorites on Thursday’s MLB slate. Those seeking extra sportsbook value can…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! If you’re curious what rich moms wear in Venice, just ask Keira Knightley, who wore the denim style that’s trending near and far. Everyone’s talking about her baggy wide-leg jeans,…
The Trump administration is yanking $74 million in federal highway grants from the Empire State for refusing to comply with the feds’ demand that it boot immigrant truck drivers with expired work authorizations off the roads, The Post has learned. The US Department of Transportation warned Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Department…
A photographer snapped a bright-green fireball streaking across the starry sky above an iconic castle and famous Viking raid site in northeast England, after a meteor spectacularly broke apart upon entering Earth’s atmosphere.On Monday (April 13), shortly after midnight local time, a meteor exploded above the North Sea, off the…
The Russian Machine isn’t ready to shut it down just yet. Alex Ovechkin, the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer, gave a peek into his mindset at the end of his 21st NHL season as rumors swirl around potential retirement for the Capitals winger. “To be honest with you, I’m pretty…
It’s a dangerous time right now on Prime Video, which just added a slew of action and crime pictures that feature death-defying stunts — and more than a few deaths, come to think of it. The new Chris Hemsworth thriller Crime 101 and the Tom Cruise spy flick Mission: Impossible…
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth led a Pentagon prayer service Wednesday with an adapted version of a fictitious Bible verse made famous by Quentin Tarantino’s “Pulp Fiction.” Hegseth said the prayer was recited before the daring Sandy 1 rescue of a downed pilot in Iran, and asked the assembled crowd…
Streaming service NBC News NOW is expanding its programming to 14 hours every weekday with a new two-hour show hosted by Christine Romans, a veteran business journalist. Romans, who joined NBC News in 2023 after 24 years at CNN, has been promoted to chief business correspondent and will anchor a…
The latest cosmetic craze has grave origins. Across the country, women are embracing a buzzed-about injectable filler made from donated cadaver fat — yes, that’s tissue from dead bodies — to fill in, smooth over and enhance their shape. But one NYC plastic surgeon isn’t buying the hype and is…
Despite falling short of the games played-threshold, Lakers star Luka Doncic will be eligible for the league’s end-of-season awards voting, including All-NBA. The NBA and NBPA announced in a joint statement on Thursday morning that Doncic’s Extraordinary Circumstances Challenge for the 65-game award rule was honored. Pistons star Cade Cunningham…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Leave it to Keira Knightley to make even the simplest outfit look luxe. The actress was recently spotted strolling through Venice in a tee-and-jeans duo, complete with this embellished Mary…
For Coachella, wannabe fashionistas are spending big bucks — but their “horrendous” ‘fits are forcing social media to ask, “What the literal f- -k?” Quizzical eyebrows are being raised across the internet as influencers, such as Montse Lewin, a content creator from Los Angeles, are paying hundreds — or even…
The Trump administration has quietly approached US industrial giants including Ford and General Motors about potentially boosting weapons production, according to a report. Senior Pentagon officials have held talks with Ford CEO Jim Farley and GM boss Mary Barra about whether the automakers could help the military replenish its weapons…
They’re tossing tech to the trash and seizing a retro reboot. Gen Zers are ditching sleek smartphones and algorithm-fed apps for vintage flip phones, once-coveted iPods, digital cameras, even typewriters — and jump-starting a simpler, less plugged-in life. And parents are scooping up retro tech for their children, too, as…
Watch what you eat. First it was the juice cleanse, then keto, then Whole30. Now it’s the social diet, where you consume content — and not much else. Researchers in the UK and upstate New York shared findings this week that simply viewing food content online is enough to curb…
In what sure looks like the end of this relationship — but with these two, never say never — the Mets and Richard Lovelady have broken up again. The Mets traded the lefty, who had been designated for assignment once more, to the Nationals for cash considerations on Thursday. Lovelady…
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