Dark energy may have switched directions sometime in the distant past — and this violent transition may explain why cosmological observations aren’t adding up, researchers propose in a new paper.The modern picture of the evolution of the universe is known as ΛCDM (or lambda-CDM), for dark energy (represented by the Greek letter Λ) and cold dark matter. Dark energy is the mysterious force driving the accelerating expansion of the universe, and cold dark matter refers to the mysterious, invisible substance that provides most of the mass of almost every single galaxy.This model has explained a wide variety of observations, such…
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WASHINGTON — President Trump’s White House aides have set up “far more restrictive” rules governing the use of his autopen signature — as former President Joe Biden’s aides debate whether colleagues may have exceeded their authority by liberally using the mechanical device. A document obtained by The Post outlines the…
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The Federal Reserve is still expected to cut interest rates this year — but not until the fall — as policymakers weigh the fallout from President Trump’s tariffs on trade partners, according to a survey released Friday. Economist polled by Bloomberg News forecast two quarter-point reductions, with the first expected…
Kit Connor’s new war drama Warfare has landed its first reactions from critics – and it already sounds like it’s a hit.Written and directed by Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland, the film explores the story behind the United States’ invasion of Iraq in 2006, from the perspective of a platoon…
Bill Belichick and girlfriend Jordon Hudson are taking their romance on the road. The couple ventured to South Florida this week for “spring break,” the former college cheerleader, 23, revealed Thursday in an Instagram Story before giving followers a peek at a dinner date with the new UNC football coach,…
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Two Muslim mayors from Metro Detroit who endorsed President Donald Trump during his presidential campaign have been selected as U.S. ambassadors.In announcing the appointments of Dearborn Heights Mayor Bill Bazzi and Hamtramck Mayor Amer Ghalib, Trump referenced their role helping him in the 2024 election.Trump announced on social media Tuesday,…
HENDERSONVILLE – A local custom outdoor recreational brand’s expansion from online to in-person shopping includes a community gathering space at the entrance of the Pisgah National Forest in Transylvania County.Weevil Gear and Beer made a soft debut in March at 367 Hendersonville Highway in Pisgah Forest.Business partners Joshua Gaura and…
Wisconsin’s April 1 election includes a high-stakes Supreme Court race and plenty of local offices, but a statewide referendum question on Wisconsin’s voter ID law at the bottom of the ballot has received far less attention.For nearly a decade, Wisconsin has required voters to show photo identification at the polls…
Former U.S. Sen. Alan Simpson, a political legend whose quick wit bridged partisan gaps in the years before today’s political acrimony, has died. He was 93. Simpson died early Friday after struggling to recover from a broken hip in December, according to a statement from his family and the Buffalo…
Tesla has plans to produce a low-cost version of its best-selling Model Y to boost sluggish sales in China, according to a report. The car will cost at least 20% less to produce than the version launched last year, and will be manufactured on existing production lines, sources with knowledge…
The mass extinction that killed 80% of life on Earth 250 million years ago may not have been quite so disastrous for plants, new fossils hint. Scientists have identified a refuge in China where it seems that plants weathered the planet’s worst die-off.The end-Permian mass extinction, also known as the…
There’s nothing quite like that first cup of coffee in the morning — the one that feels like it transforms you from a groggy mess to a productivity machine with just a few sips. But if you’re someone who likes to have your morning coffee as soon as your feet…
Democrats rumored to be considering a 2028 presidential run are further fueling speculation that they may jump into the race to win the White House.Why It MattersThe first votes of the 2028 Democratic primary won’t be cast until about three years from now, but candidates may already be making early…
If fact-checkers were referees, we might show a yellow card over social media posts that claim to show President Donald Trump confessing to rigging the 2024 election as he talked about the World Cup. A March 9 Instagram post with more than 15,500 likes said, “Yesterday, March 7th 2025, here…
Since the 2016 US presidential election, celebrities have been saying they’d move out of the country.More stars made similar comments after Donald Trump won the 2024 election.Rosie O’Donnell recently confirmed that she moved to Ireland for political reasons.The lifestyles of the rich and famous often include mansions in California, penthouses…
As Tax Day nears, fiscally conservative leaders in several states are pushing to abolish property taxes, with one Pennsylvania lawmaker arguing that homeowners shouldn’t have to “pay rent” to the government. That lawmaker, state Rep. Russ Diamond, R-Lebanon, spoke to Fox News Digital on Thursday ahead of his latest effort…
Birria taco recipe using Instant PotMake quick and delicious birria tacos with your pressure cooker.Problem SolvedAuthentic Mexican food is celebrated for its rich blend of spices and bold flavors.Popular Mexican dishes include tacos, burritos, fajitas, chimichangas, mole, and Carne Asada.Readers are invited to vote for their favorite Mexican food restaurant…
Ayo Edebiri, left; Elon Musk.Photo: Emma McIntyre; Andrew Harnik (Getty Images)Ayo Edebiri, star of the newly released thriller film “Opus” is revealing the surprising way she got trolled by fanboys of Elon Musk for no apparent reason. And when we tell you why, you’ll more than likely be outraged at…
Former star banker Jes Staley is 68 years old, but instead of retiring he wants back into the investment business – even as he seeks to repair a reputation ravaged by his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, On The Money has learned. That’s why the former Barclays CEO is putting himself…
Heart rate tracking is increasingly common among fitness enthusiasts, and understandably so. Whether it is a rugged outdoor smartwatch or a discreet smart ring, smart wearables can help you determine if you exercised hard enough, rested well during sleep or stressed too much during the day — simply by listening…
WASHINGTON — A Swiss billionaire is funneling his money into a pop-up progressive advocacy group claiming to support “working families” and denouncing President Trump’s plans to extend tax cuts as a giveaway to the ultra-rich. Families Over Billionaires, which launched when Trump returned to the White House in January, was…
President Donald Trump said he believes the U.S. will annex Greenland as he sat next to the head of NATO in the Oval Office Thursday — though the Dutch politician took a more diplomatic approach to the issue.“I think it’ll happen,” Trump told reporters, sitting next to NATO Secretary-General Mark…
It’s a good thing Micah Parsons and DeMarcus Lawrence aren’t teammates anymore because it doesn’t seem like there’s much love lost between them. The two spent Thursday night trading insults after Parsons took offense to a comment made by Lawrence during an interview earlier in the day. Earlier this week,…
Tiger Woods is reportedly dating Donald Trump Jr.’s ex-wife, Vanessa Trump, according to multiple outlets. The professional golfer, 49, has been “quietly dating” Vanessa, 47, for “several months,” People reported on Thursday, March 13. The Daily Mail, which was first to report the news, claimed Woods and Vanessa have been…
Williams (NYSE: WMB) today announced that Micheal Dunn, executive vice president and chief operating officer, will retire, effective May 2, 2025. “During his tenure, Micheal transformed our organization from operating as distinct business units into one cohesive, best in class operating company. He has brought strong operational discipline and an…
Arizona Rep. Raul Grijalva died Thursday morning at the age of 77 due to complications from lung cancer treatment, his office announced, just a week after the passing of late Texas Rep. Sylvester Turner. Grijalva missed every vote since Jan. 3 and was just three months into his 12th term when he died. The late rep is…
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz met with child care providers at CLUES in St. Paul, Minn., on Dec. 1, 2023. (Photo by Michelle Griffith/Minnesota Reformer)Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the 2024 Democratic vice presidential candidate, is going to host a town hall in Des Moines Friday as the first stop on a…
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Oklahoma City, Okla. (KOKH) — An ethics investigation into State Superintendent Ryan Walters will now head to a courtroom, while another ethics investigation will be settled out of court. These complaints stem from potential campaign fund violations from Walters’ 2022 campaign to run for State Superintendent and posts he made…
LAKELAND, Fla. — The competition is not over, but J.C. Escarra is making an awfully strong bid for the Yankees’ backup catcher job. The 29-year-old entered camp with a leg up on veteran Alex Jackson because Escarra already cracked the 40-man roster, and probably with a leg up on Ben…
While Bridget and Ernest Cato started the Japan leg of the Amazing Race in first place, an unfortunate setback landed them in last. “It was crazy that we didn’t even realize that we were in first place,” Bridget, 28, exclusively told Us Weekly on Thursday, March 13 following her and…
Considering a Republican candidate won the United States presidential election in November 2024, it’s easy to assume most Americans identify as Republicans. The data, however, tells a different story. According to Gallup, 28% of Americans considered themselves Democrats in 2024, the same percentage who identified as Republicans. A far greater…
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer made a dramatic U-turn Thursday and announced that he would vote to allow Republicans to forge ahead with consideration of their plan to avert a partial government shutdown Friday at midnight. Schumer (D-NY) argued that if the Democrats stall a Republican plan to avert a…
DES MOINES, Iowa — Speaker of the Iowa House Pat Grassley (R) said that the Iowa House Republican caucus is looking to get some of the house school supplemental aid funding proposals into the final, agreed upon bill.House Republicans sit at a 2.25% increase, with some one-time funding added. Senate…
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.Credit: Andrew Harnik via Getty ImagesBillionaire turned celebrity turned two-time US President Donald Trump recently teamed up with bestie and adviser Elon Musk to perform a live-action Tesla ad on the pristine grounds of…
The Emmy Award-winning “CBS News Sunday Morning” is broadcast on CBS Sundays beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET. “Sunday Morning” also streams on the CBS News app beginning at 11:00 a.m. ET. (Download it here.) Hosted by Jane PauleyA protestor holds a banner during a demonstration against the policies of President Trump and Elon…
DK Metcalf continues to have a busy offseason. Metcalf revealed that he got engaged to longtime girlfriend and R&B singer Normani during an introductory press conference with the Steelers on Thursday. “Hold that rock up, baby,” Metcalf told his new fiancee while talking to reporters days after his trade from…
While many budding musicians got their big breaks on the American Idol stage through the years, a handful lost their lives not long afterward. Nikki McKibbin, who appeared alongside Kelly Clarkson and Justin Guarini on season 1, died in November 2020 at the age of 42. The Fear Factor alum, who finished in third place…
Recipe developer, food scientist, and Food Network personality Alton Brown has some hot takes. Whether he’s adding mayonnaise to scrambled eggs or arguing that Arby’s is the only fast food joint that passes the vibe check, his boldest opinions are usually backed up by some objective evidence. The same is…
Wisconsin’s April 1 election includes a high-stakes Supreme Court race and plenty of local offices, but a statewide referendum question on Wisconsin’s voter ID law at the bottom of the ballot has received far less attention.For nearly a decade, Wisconsin has required voters to show photo identification at the polls…
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