A new California healthcare tax that’s expected to jack up family premiums by hundreds of dollars annually isn’t even legal, according to a group of doctors and insurance firms. The California Medical Association and the California Association of Health Plans, which represent doctors and insurers respectively, accused state officials of violating Prop. 35, a 2024 initiative approved by 68% of voters that set certain limits on healthcare taxes. The healthcare tax — known as the managed care organization, or MCO tax — was passed in June by the California Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom. The tax…
Whole Foods shoppers are overpaying for the swanky grocer’s “365” private-label chicken – most of which comes from plants that also service Walmart, Target and Kroger and which have dangerous levels of salmonella contamination, according to a report. The upscale grocery chain owned by Amazon purchases its private label chicken…
A shocking clip of a senior Democratic lawmaker admitting he’s clueless about AI – declaring, “I didn’t know what that was till about a week ago” – is resurfacing as the debate on artificial intelligence heats up across the country. The stunning admission from Rep. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina…
On the day after a 23-12 beatdown at the hands of the Bears, Jets coach Aaron Glenn spent Monday morning trying to emphasize the positive. That may sound crazy for Jets fans who watched their team play one of the worst games in franchise history — and that’s saying something.…
Former Survivor contestant Jaime Dugan and her 16-year-old son, Harper, have disappeared, according to Harper’s father and Dugan’s ex-husband, Erik Huffman. Court documents obtained by the Daily Mail on Sunday, October 4, stated that a South Carolina judge found Dugan, 41, in direct contempt for failing to return Harper to…
McDonald’s has been sued in federal court in Chicago in a proposed nationwide class action alleging the fast-food company illegally coordinates menu prices across its franchises and company-owned restaurants through an AI-powered pricing system. The lawsuit, filed on Friday, said McDonald’s violated US antitrust law by conspiring with independent franchisees…
Joe Mixon is back in the NFL. The veteran running back, who hasn’t played in the league since January 2025, is signing with the defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. Mixon met with Seattle on Monday and will initially be signed to the team’s practice…
NHL legend Alex Ovechkin will retire at the end of the 2026-27 season, the Washington Capitals legend announced on Monday, October 5. “My family and I decided this summer that this will be my final year in the NHL,” Ovechkin, 41, said in a release. “I love this game so…
Usha Vance stumbled Monday as she went down the steps of the vice presidential helicopter with her nine-week-old son in tow. The second lady, with little Alec Neel Vance strapped to her chest in a baby carrier and a diaper bag flung over her shoulder, had one hand on the…
Alexandr Wang — the 29-year-old MIT dropout who has spearheaded the launch of Meta’s wildly successful Muse AI app — is a foul-mouthed, mullet-wearing tech bro with a penchant for posting off-color memes on social media. Last month, two weeks after the Sept. 8 launch of the new Muse AI…
The waiting continues for St. John’s and Babacar Sane. There will be a second injunction hearing, this time with witnesses, on Nov. 9 in Sane’s lawsuit against the NCAA for eligibility. The 6-foot-8 Sane was in Queens Supreme Court on Monday, but Judge Karina E. Alomar didn’t rule on the…
Several of the Chi Phi fraternity brothers involved in the Cornell University scandal allegedly tried to contain the gang rape allegations made against them, according to new phone calls released from the investigation. After a student went to campus police to report that she had been gang raped by seven…
WASHINGTON — The FBI monitored Melania and Barron Trump’s travel and tapped future White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles’ cell phone as part of special counsel Jack Smith’s investigation into whether President Trump illegally hoarded national security papers at Mar-a-Lago following his first term. The first family’s trips were…
As a record-low number of Americans believe attending college is crucial for success, colleges across the country are slashing tuition by tens of thousands of dollars — though the eye-popping cuts often won’t translate into equally large savings for families. The Post identified at least a dozen colleges and universities…
You may have watched the moon block out the sun during a solar eclipse, but have you ever seen it do that to a planet? Early Tuesday (Oct. 6) morning, skywatchers across much of eastern North America will have an opportunity to watch a crescent moon pass directly in front…
A holy grail that’s too good to be true. From Korean staples to unlikely remedies promising luscious locks and glowing skin, trendy new skin and hair care ingredients are popping up on social media every day. Some are downright risky, though, with no science to back up their purported benefits…
Democratic governor candidate Xavier Becerra is clearing the air about claims he’s lied about his immigration story. Becerra, who often touts his Mexican American family’s immigrant background on the campaign trail, caught heat from conservative critics in recent days for labeling his late father Manuel Guerrero Becerra an “immigrant” —…
They’re turning off the spigot. Trendy Bay Area beer bar The Rake and its adjacent malthouse Admiral Maltings will close this month after nine years in business, citing financial difficulties. Admiral Maltings stopped production on October 2 — while The Rake will officially close on October 18, making the business the…
ST. PETERSBURG — There is the game we want. You know, with bunts and the ball in play and high-level athletes turning the basepaths into a freeway. And there is the one that is based on just how good the pitching is. The Rays exemplify the game we want. They…
Us has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Taylor Swift might be the queen of on-stage style, but her casual looks are just as show-stopping. Even when she’s off the clock, the superstar knows how to turn a simple outfit…
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court appeared skeptical Monday of allowing Colorado officials to sue fossil fuel producers in state court over the impacts of climate change, opening the 2026-27 term by taking on a case with far-reaching implications for the US energy industry. “Presumably if you prevail, the next day…
Sailors are reportedly being offered as much as $25,000 a trip to move trapped oil through the dangerous, war-rattled Persian Gulf – meaning producers are spending up to $40 million total for a multi-day trip through the region. The jaw-dropping payments – sometimes worth two or three times a sailor’s…
Time for a heart-to-heart. When we think of cardiovascular disease, we might associate conditions like irregular heartbeat or heart failure with plaque buildup in the heart’s arteries. It’s also widely known now that women and men experience different heart attack symptoms. However, an overlooked condition — especially in women —…
Anthropic and OpenAI warn that China has been ripping off their cutting-edge AI to produce cheap, open-source chatbots — a massive, unchecked technology heist that threatens not only the US’s razor-thin lead in artificial intelligence but also its national security, according to experts. On June 24, San Francisco-based Anthropic — headed by…
QUICK FACTSName: Elamite helmet with divine figuresWhat it is: A bronze helmet with gold decorationsWhere it is from: Southwestern IranWhen it was made: Circa 1500 to 1100 B.C.This unique helmet comes from the Elamite culture, an ancient civilization that flourished for nearly three millennia in what is now Iran. Likely…
Switzerland’s World Cup ended in controversial fashion in a referee decision that will be debated long after the tournament ends. Swiss striker Breel Embolo was shown a second yellow card for simulation in the 72nd minute of Saturday night’s controversial 3-1 quarterfinal loss to Argentina at Arrowhead Stadium, a decision…
The season 8 finale of Love Island USA featured a major change when it came to the prize money. Love Island USA viewers know that usually America votes for the final four couples, who then make it to the finale that took place on Sunday, July 12. Similar to past…
KANSAS CITY — During Argentina’s 3-1 tense victory over Switzerland in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals at Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday night, one detail stood out against the Albiceleste’s iconic white-and-and-sky-blue jerseys: black armbands wrapped around every player’s and coaches’ sleeve. If you’re wondering why Lionel Messi and his…
Despite having only hours left on Love Island USA, the Islanders still got very “loud” during their last night in the villa’s shared bedroom. During the Sunday, July 12, finale, Melanie Moreno poked fun at how she wasn’t able to go to sleep because it was “loud as f***” due…
Matt Damon rearranged his travel plans so he wouldn’t miss one of the biggest moments in Boston sports history. The Oscar-winning actor recently recalled racing home from Europe during the filming of “Syriana” so he could watch the Boston Red Sox begin their historic 2004 World Series run after the team defeated the New…
The Love Island USA finale had a lot going on — and still found a way to mention Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce after their wedding. During the Sunday, July 12, episode of the hit Peacock series, narrator Iain Stirling poked fun at the way Zach Georgiou uses different phrases…
The race for the Golden Boot award has come down to a sprint to the finish. With just four matches left in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it has become a pressure cooker. France superstar Kylian Mbappé reclaimed the top spot after scoring in Les Bleus’ 2-0 quarterfinal victory over…
Influencer Katelynn Ordone and her husband, Jaelan Ordone, have officially separated after the death of their son. Katelynn confirmed to People on Sunday, July 12, that she and Jaelan are divorced. One day earlier, Katelynn shared photos featuring an unidentified man via her Instagram while reflecting on her return to…
ARLINGTON, Texas — Regarding the clash between England manager Thomas Tuchel and Jude Bellingham, there are two angles to consider. First, the melodrama. Remember, there is history here. Tuchel dropped Bellingham from England’s squad in October, after using the word “repulsive” in August to describe Bellingham’s behavior on the field.…
Senator Mitch McConnell’s office is updating on the public on the politician’s health after the shocking death of fellow Senator Lindsey Graham. “My doctors have confirmed that I didn’t break any bones or suffer a concussion. I didn’t have a heart attack or a stroke. I don’t have any tumors…
PHILADELPHIA — Drew Gilbert (acquired from the Astros for Justin Verlander) is now with the Giants. Luisangel Acuña (Max Scherzer) is with the White Sox. Justin Jarvis (Mark Canha) is pitching in independent ball. Jeremiah Jackson (Dominic Leone) is with the Orioles. Marco Vargas is struggling with Double-A Binghamton and…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Kate Hudson is having the Greek summer of everyone’s dreams, and it starts with the right swimsuit. Instead of a frumpy one-piece, Hudson wore a sassy red bikini style that…
ARLINGTON, Texas — For all the worries about the World Cup’s expansion to 48 teams, FIFA could hardly have imagined a better outcome. With a few one-game exceptions, the competition never seemed watered-down. Instead of a reason to trim back to 32, the relative lack of jeopardy on the last…
NBC’s Sara Gore is giving an update on her health after sharing her breast cancer diagnosis. “Hi, friends. Just a little update…” Gore wrote via Instagram on Sunday, July 12. “I’m doing really well. Let’s get that out of the way. Currently cancer free. Hallelujah. 🙌 I’m still in the…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recalled one of his final conversations with late South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham on Sunday, saying the longtime senator pushed back when Netanyahu proposed eventually ending US military aid to Israel. “Because he was so concerned with our security, which he believed was your [America’s] security, that…
PHILADELPHIA — There is nothing unique about the Yankees developing a hard-throwing and effective reliever, the type the club regularly churns out (and regularly deals at the trade deadline). There is nothing unique about the Yankees finding a gem later in the draft, a recent organizational strength that is on…
Olympian Simone Biles is opening up about a recent experience in which she says she was misidentified as two Black athletes multiple times in one day. “It’s not even 6 a.m. and I’ve already gotten called Dominique Dawes 2x,” Biles, 29, wrote via her Instagram Story on Sunday, July 12,…
Families in a rich California enclave have claimed an extremely rare cancer has struck more people than first feared and that its root cause could be due to the rampant use of pesticides. Locals in Ladera Ranch, Orange County, have spent months raising concerns after at least six local children…
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