The 2026 World Cup has narrowed from 48 teams down to just eight as every goal now carries twice the weight in the race for the Golden Boot. The Round of 16 provided plenty of drama and excitement as Golden Boot leader Lionel Messi and Argentina were on the precipice of crashing out of the tournament before they rallied from a two-goal deficit against Egypt in the final 11 minutes for a shocking 3-2 victory. Messi scored the equalizer and reclaimed his lead atop the race ahead of France superstar Kylian Mbappé. Norway’s Erling Haaland scored a brace in Norway’s…
WASHINGTON — Vice President JD Vance and the Department of Labor’s watchdog announced a probe Wednesday into foreigners exploiting worker visas in the US in the latest crackdown on fraudsters. At an anti-fraud event in Milwaukee Wednesday, Vance said labor officials fired off dozens of subpoenas for the investigation, so…
The first-place Dodgers might not have much meaningful baseball ahead of them the rest of this regular season. Still, losing a series to the last-place Rockies is an embarrassment that –– regardless of their place in the standings or odds to win the division –– is best to be avoided.…
Darrell Sheets’ girlfriend recalled him getting into an argument with his son, Brandon, before his death by suicide. According to a police report obtained by Us Weekly on Wednesday, July 8, Sheets’ girlfriend, who was unnamed in the documents, had been dating the Storage Wars star since February 14, 2026.…
The Los Angeles Police Department is weighing a dramatic plan to temporarily shut down its police academy in 2028 and deploy more than 300 training officers to patrol the city during the Olympics, sources familiar with the discussions told The California Post. The proposal, discussed at a recent senior staff…
Accused rapist Graham Platner was ripped apart on social media Wednesday over his whiny, rambling video message announcing the end of his Senate bid in Maine and blaming everyone but himself. Platner’s pathetic 11-minute-long rant — in which he blamed the “corporate media,” the “political establishment” and even his support…
Californians will have to pay for two new taxes next year after Gov. Gavin Newsom approved the state budget in June in what the California Taxpayers Association described as “the largest tax increase in state history.” Newsom and Democratic lawmakers agreed on proposals that would raise health insurance premiums and…
Pirates manager Don Kelly said no-no to Jared Jones’ no-no bid, pulling the starting pitcher out of Pittsburgh’s 3-0 loss to the Braves after he threw six perfect innings. The Pirates played it safe with Jones, who is just getting back after recovering from an internal brace elbow surgery, pulling…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Victoria Beckham doesn’t do casual outings. Every outfit she wears feels like a masterclass in looking effortlessly expensive, and her latest handbag choice was no exception. The only problem? Recreating…
The Maine Democratic Party on Wednesday voted to hold a convention now that Democratic Graham Platner has announced he’ll drop out of the state’s US Senate race after a former girlfriend accused him of sexual assault. Platner, who denies the allegation, faced considerable pressure from his own party to quit the…
A federal judge on Monday refused to dismiss a proposed class-action lawsuit accusing United Airlines of charging passengers extra for “window seats” that lacked actual windows, allowing the case to move forward. U.S. District Judge James Donato ruled the plaintiffs plausibly alleged United breached its contractual obligations by selling seats…
For nearly a decade, Christian Pulisic has carried a title few American soccer players have ever worn. Captain America. The face of the United States men’s national team. The player you see splashed across television commercials for Michelob Ultra, Wells Fargo, Gatorade, Volkswagen, McDonald’s, Chipotle and Puma. The star player…
The Valley’s Jesse Lally won’t stop ex-wife Michelle Saniei from pursuing a relationship with Dr. Dre. “We are now officially divorced. She can do whatever she wants,” Jesse, 46, exclusively shared with Us Weekly on Wednesday, July 8. “As long as she remembers to keep our daughter safe and happy…
Maine state Rep. Valli Geiger, a Rockland Democrat, former nurse and former mayor, is drawing sudden national attention after saying Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner encouraged her to consider taking his place on the ballot in the Maine Senate race. Geiger has not been named the replacement nominee, however, her…
California lawmakers are ramping up efforts to reopen Canada’s market to American wine after a trade dispute triggered a sharp decline in exports and deepened financial pressure on wineries across the state. Nearly 18 months after Canadian provinces retaliated against President Donald Trump’s America-First trade policies by removing US alcohol…
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — For the first time in three games, the Yankees did not strike out 17 times Wednesday night, so there was that. Otherwise, their offense remained abysmal as their deficit in the AL East grew larger. The Yankees wasted a quality pitching effort from Gerrit Cole because…
Mark Cuban is accusing Dallas Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont of freezing the team’s former majority owner out of business opportunities in a proposed move of the club out of downtown, according to a newspaper report. The Dallas Morning News reported Wednesday that Cuban alleges Dumont has engaged in “adversarial business…
Mets pitcher Austin Warren’s level of concern is “definitely a 10” after leaving Tuesday’s game with forearm tightness. He’s worried about needing Tommy John surgery, saying his elbow is his “bread and butter.” Warren previously dealt with Tommy John in 2023, but couldn’t compare this injury to his last. “I’ve…
Shoppers hunting for affordable protein options at Dollar Tree may be surprised by just how many choices are available beyond the usual snack aisle staples. From protein drinks and meat-based snacks to nuts, popcorn, and convenient grab-and-go options, budget-friendly finds can vary widely in how much protein they actually provide.…
Star-struck Mainers can stop McDreaming. “Grey’s Anatomy” star Patrick Dempsey announced that he will not be running for the Senate — as speculation swirls about who could replace accused rapist Dem nominee Graham Platner. In an op-ed titled ‘Why I’m not running for US Senate’ published in the Portland Press…
The space race is filled with glamorous rockets, astronauts and sparkling new space stations, but people rarely think about all the junk from previous missions left orbiting the earth. As we prepare to fill our immediate galaxy with more satellites and even data centers, somebody’s got to become the interplanetary…
A federal judge on Wednesday approved the Securities and Exchange Commission’s settlement with Elon Musk over his purchase of Twitter shares, despite expressing “significant misgivings” about the “red flags” the accord raised. US District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan in Washington, DC., said she had only a limited role in assessing whether the settlement meets…
Ken Rosenthal is firing back at Mike Francesa, who claims the Mets are actively trying to trade Francisco Lindor as the MLB trade deadline approaches. On his podcast earlier this week, Francesa claimed that the Mets aren’t just listening to offers on Lindor but are actively looking for them. Rosenthal,…
Katseye hit the stage without Manon Bannerman at the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Five members of the girl group — Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel, Sophia Laforteza and Yoonchae Jeung — performed during the first day of the Indio, California, festival on Friday, April 10. Manon,…
US and Iranian delegations are negotiating a possible end to the war on Saturday in a meeting mediated by Pakistani officials. Vice President JD Vance, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are representing the United States in the talks, which began Saturday afternoon local time at the luxury Serena…
This week’s science news was moonstruck by updates from the Artemis II mission, which saw four astronauts swing around the moon’s far side before splashing down safely in the Pacific Ocean.This nail-biting final stage of the mission, which Live Science covered with minute-by-minute live updates, was a key test of…
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Two days at Augusta National down, two to go. Defending champion Rory McIlroy led after day one, and after round two, he still holds a…
Amanda Batula appears to have reunited with West Wilson just hours after issuing a public apology for the romance drama. In a photo shared by a fan account via social media on Friday, April 10, Amanda, 34, and West, 31, could be seen at the Blind Tiger Alehouse in New…
WASHINGTON — The State Department reached a landmark legal settlement with conservative media outlets to not “censor” their constitutionally protected speech — as was documented during the Biden administration. A consent decree, signed off by a judge and filed Wednesday in a Texas federal court, will force the State Department…
Since its historic April 1 launch from Kennedy Space Center, NASA’s Artemis II mission around the moon has delivered a stream of extraordinary moments, from Earth fading into the distance to a rare solar eclipse seen from deep space.After the crew returned safely to Earth on Friday (April 10), we’ve…
Braden Schneider knows there’s nothing he can do until the decisions arrive. But once the Rangers season ends next week, the 24-year-old defenseman and former first-round pick will become a restricted free agent. That means he could receive a qualifying offer worth $2.64 million. That means he could be eligible…
Love on the Spectrum’s Abbey Romeo and David Isaacman have broken their silence on their split. “Abbey and David spent four and a half years together and truly value the time they shared and each other,” Abbey, David and their families said in a joint statement to People on Friday, April…
Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) said he agreed with Melania Trump that there should be a hearing for the victims of Jeffrey Epstein. “Yes, I’ve always planned on having hearings with the victims,” he said on Fox News on Friday. Follow The Post’s live coverage of President Trump and national politics…
Scientists have identified more than 3,000 species of bacteria living in the human gut. We know they play a role in digestion and immune function. But can they also influence the kinds of food we crave?In a 2014 study in the journal BioEssays, researchers proposed that gut microbes might manipulate…
The playoffs are different. The intensity is different. The stakes are different. The Garden is different. And as the regular season comes to an end against the Hornets on Sunday, the Knicks wear the look of a dangerous team ready and willing — TBD if they are able — to…
As Boston Blue prepares for an explosive season finale, Sonequa Martin-Green teased a difficult revelation. “What a journey I take as Lena Silver. There’s some threads of it at the beginning of the season [and] you’ll start to see us delving into some really serious things,” Martin-Green exclusively told Us…
A US delegation led by Vice President JD Vance arrived in Pakistan on Saturday for high-level talks with Iranian representatives, the first such meeting since the war began more than a month ago that will test whether they can shore up a fragile cease-fire and pave the way for peace. The cease-fire brokered by Pakistan still…
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Yankees are ruing the fact that they cut ties with Cade Winquest on Friday before ever actually getting to see him pitch in a regular season game. If only they knew someone that could have helped with that predicament. Alas, after the Rule 5 pick…
Giving your pet up may not be an easy choice, but several celebrities including Rachel Leviss and Jen Affleck have stood by their decision. The Vanderpump Rules alum and her dog Graham Cracker were introduced to viewers during Leviss’ relationship with James Kennedy. Following Leviss and Kennedy’s split in 2021, Leviss…
Sen. Tim Sheehy, R-Mont., was forced to make an emergency landing Friday after experiencing in-flight engine failure while piloting a plane. According to Sheehy’s chief of staff, Mike Berg, the senator was conducting a routine flight training exercise that he completes twice a year. “This afternoon, Sen. Sheehy was engaged…
Coach JJ Redick reemphasized on Friday night that the Lakers can’t be worried about their playoff seeding considering the circumstances they’re in. And that the seeding considerations for the end of their season “probably went out the window” after the loss to the Thunder on April 2, in which star…
First lady Melania Trump stunned observers on April 9, 2026, when she held an impromptu press conference at the White House to deny any connection to late convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein — and to reject rumors that Epstein introduced her to her husband, President Donald Trump. What Melania Trump…
Staffers for Eric Swalwell — a Democratic favorite in the California governor’s race — are reportedly fleeing as a disturbing claims emerged he sexually assaulted a young former staffer. At least four people have “abruptly” quit the East Bay congressman’s flailing campaign as a disturbing claim emerged that he sexually assaulted…
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