AOC whines egg-freezing journey met with ‘negativity’ — but she has no regrets

WASHINGTON — “Squad” Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez whined about the “negativity” she’s faced for publicly sharing her egg-freezing journey — but insisted she has no regrets despite the backlash. The Bronx and Queens congresswoman, who is rumored to be mulling a bid for higher office in 2028, grumbled that the scrutiny and media frenzy she’s faced comes from a sexist double standard that she’s dealt with since her meteoric rise in politics. “The answer to that simply is no,” Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) said on Instagram Saturday about whether she has regrets. “I was born a woman, period. And I have no control…

‘There’s a sense that these algorithms are objective and they get to know you’: How social media warps our understanding of healthcare

Social media has upended how people engage with healthcare, as it provides a platform for people to share their experiences, find support groups, and learn more about symptoms and conditions. But it’s also given nefarious actors a platform to promote products, spread misinformation and prey on people’s fears. Meanwhile, algorithms…

Ben Rice’s struggles at plate coming at wrong time for Yankees

TORONTO — The reasons for the Yankees offense death-spiraling over the past two months are spread up and down the lineup. But among the more notable culprits has been Ben Rice not producing like the Ben Rice from earlier this season. Before going 0-for-4 with a pair of strikeouts Saturday…

Islam Makhachev now in UFC record books thanks to hallmark consistency

Two numbers in UFC lore don’t get talked about enough: 11 and 16. The first, in this case, points to the 11 straight successful defenses of the UFC flyweight title by the one they call “Mighty Mouse,” Demetrious Johnson. And 16, that’s the number of fights in a row Anderson…

Dodgers manager says Jacob Misiorowski is ‘great’ for baseball

As Shohei Ohtani’s manager, Dave Roberts knows how much a singular talent can mean to baseball. Roberts described Milwaukee Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski in such terms following the Dodgers’ 4-1 loss on Saturday. “It’s fantastic,” Roberts said. “I hope that we can give Jacob as much credit and publicity as…

California hospitals dominate America’s elite medical rankings

California is proving it’s not just a destination for sunshine, surf and celebrities — it’s also home to some seriously star-powered hospitals. The Golden State is having a major medical moment. It snagged more spots on America’s elite hospital honor roll than any other state, with six California medical centers…

How to watch Panthers-Cardinals in NFL Hall of Fame Game 2026 for free

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. NFL preseason officially kicks off next week, but the 2026-27 season is opening tonight as it always does, with the Pro Football Hall of Fame…

Exclusive | Gavin Newsom’s new campaign play: Slide into your group chats

Gov. Gavin Newsom is courting supporters for his likely 2028 presidential campaign with an amorous new message: “Are you up for trying something new?” That frisky email subject line landed in inboxes Wednesday from Newsom’s federal political action committee, Campaign for Democracy, just days before the governor heads to Michigan…

The 8 healthiest beans you should be eating more often: nutrition expert

Beans and legumes are affordable, protein-packed and health-promoting foods that deserve a more prominent place on your plate, health experts say.“Fewer than 14% of American adults eat beans on a given day, and that’s a problem, because they’re some of the most nutrient-dense foods you can buy,” New York City-based nutrition and…

FDA approves first mRNA vaccine for seasonal flu

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine that uses mRNA as its base.Moderna, the vaccine’s maker, announced Wednesday (Aug. 5) that a vaccine advisory committee to the FDA unanimously agreed that the shot is safe and effective for preventing illness from seasonal influenza.…

JD Vance fat shames columnist who mocked Gen. Z complaints about  burritos

WASHINGTON — Vice President JD Vance fat-shamed a conservative columnist who publicly mocked Zoomers for complaining about burritos costing $20 in a return to his old internet brawling ways after a months-long hiatus. Washington Post columnist Marc Thiessen, who is known to have President Trump’s ear and frequently accused Vance…

New vaccines could intercept colon cancer before it takes root

Dr. Stacy Norton was only 7 years old when her mother died of colon cancer, one of several family members struck by aggressive tumors at unusually young ages. Decades later, Norton rolled up her sleeve to help test if a new kind of vaccine might protect her and her own children from…

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