Gavin Newsom wildfire plan faces revolt over warning it will spike insurance rates across California
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s latest proposal that could help private utility companies dodge liability for wildfires sparked by their own equipment is facing heat from survivor groups. A coalition of insurers, local governments, fire survivors, attorneys and consumer advocates urged state lawmakers to reject the plan in a fact sheet titled “Wildfire Recovery Reform: Survivors First” — warning it would drive up insurance costs statewide while capping what fire victims and insurers can claw back from utilities. “Wildfire survivors should not be asked to subsidize utility shareholders. Families who have lost loved ones, homes, businesses, and livelihoods because of utility-caused fires…
Caitlyn Jenner is having her say in the ongoing transgender athlete conversations that have been flooding the WNBA as of late. The 76-year-old, who transitioned in 2015 and is a former Olympic gold medalist, has thrown her support behind the two former NBA players — Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce…
Kristen Bell traded the hallowed halls of Arendelle for the baseball diamond! Bell, 46, joined the Savannah Bananas for their Saturday, August 15, game against the Indianapolis Clowns at Denver’s Coors Field as part of their World Tour. The Frozen voice star, for her part, joined the Bananas for a…
WASHINGTON — President Trump’s war against Iran is stretching the limits of US aircraft carriers and leaving the western Pacific without one of the key American warships as China shows more signs of aggression. The USS George Washington is departing the Pacific and expected to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East amid growing concerns about…
As Anthropic prepares for what could be one of the biggest IPOs on record, Wall Street is looking further into the future than it commonly does to put a price on the AI company, valuing it based on how much revenue it could generate two years from now. Anthropic is projecting 2028 revenue of…
WASHINGTON — Former Sen. Kyrsten Sinema opened up about the sordid details of her dalliance with her then-married ex-bodyguard during a deposition in the $75,000 “homewrecker” suit brought by his angry ex-wife. Sinema (I-Ariz.), the first openly bisexual person elected to Congress, fessed up to having repeated sex with Matthew Ammel…
In case you still had any lingering doubts about plans for a new skyscraper at 350 Park Ave.: Banker Steel, based in Lynchburg, Va., is fabricating 50,000 tons of structural steel for the tower. It isn’t something you can just set aside for a rainy day. Demolition of older buildings…
The Los Angeles Angels jumped on the bandwagon to poke fun at Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels — just like every other sports fan on the internet the past few days. Ahead of Saturday’s game against the Kansas City Royals at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, KISS legend Gene Simmons, along…
Sandra Oh hasn’t appeared on Grey’s Anatomy in over a decade, so why is there speculation she could reprise the role of Cristina Yang in season 23? ABC caused fans to question a potential return when the official account for the network shared a photo of Oh, 55, on Wednesday,…
Hot girls, beware this cautionary tail. Booming butt bombs — flatulence, toots, poots, farts — are the pungent, piercing byproducts of Brazilian bikini waxes, warns one red-cheeked bombshell this summer. “If you are going to get a Brazilian wax. If your backside is about to get the hair ripped out, and you’re…
WASHINGTON — Outgoing GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy laced into President Trump’s executive order last week requiring measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccines to be administered to children separately. Cassidy (R-La.), a doctor who chairs the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), warned Trump’s executive order will have severe…
The struggle over Bryant Park restaurants leases has gone on for more than a year. Now, eviction of Ark Restaurants’ Bryant Park Grill, Cafe and Porch might be in sight, Ark CEO Michael Weinstein warned investors on his company’s third-quarter earnings call. Barring an unlikely reversal of a court ruling which…
Just like the summer trend, the popular BRAT diet may be on its way out. Named one of the best diets of 2025 by US News & World Report, BRAT has often been hailed as a cure for an upset stomach and accompanying nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. But the once…
Fans better cherish what’s to come because it may just be Cristiano Ronaldo’s swan song. In an exclusive interview with Vogue alongside his wife Georgina Rodríguez about their wedding, the Portuguese soccer star admitted “this is probably my last year of football.” “I want to leave a spectacular legacy,” he…
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The head of a major lefty video agency who shot digital video ads for Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s successful campaign made an outrageous false claim about the unhinged attacker who terrorized Jewish New Yorkers during Shabbat services at a Manhattan synagogue, The Post has learned. “Apparently this guy was an orthodox…
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…
Go ahead and pour another cup. While some may find extra padding more attractive, too much body fat can be harmful to health, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke and more. However, a leaner physique could be one drink away, according to research out of Finland,…
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Slipknot is confirming the iconic heavy metal band is no longer affiliated with DJ and keyboard player Sid Wilson amid rumors he was kicked out of the group. “Effective immediately, Slipknot will no longer be associated with Sid Wilson,” a statement shared via the rock music festival Knotfest’s official Instagram…
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. Expectations are extremely high for John Harbaugh and the Giants’ new-look coaching staff in East Rutherford this season, so much so that FanDuel Sportsbook…
Danielle Fishel Had ‘Rough Time’ After Leaving ‘Unhealthy Relationship’ When ‘Boy Meets World’ Ended
Boy Meets World alum Danielle Fishel looked back on leaving an “unhealthy relationship” when she was 19. “This was a rough year for Danielle, personally,” Fishel, 45, recalled on the Thursday, August 13, episode of the “Pod Meets World” podcast. “I was in a very bad, unhealthy relationship that also…
One of the loudest cheers Saturday at MetLife Stadium came in between two nondescript second-quarter carries by Dante Miller. What happened? Odell Beckham Jr. checked into the game for the Giants for the first time since Dec. 2, 2018. “It was everything I was expecting it to be,” Beckham told…
Perez Hilton has been transported to a Florida hospital after a disturbing livestream in which he appeared to commit self-harm, according to police. “The individual has been safely recovered and transported by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue to a local hospital, where he is receiving medical attention,” the Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office…
Lefty Hollywood legend Jane Fonda and the wife of multi-billionaire Google founder Eric Schmidt are teaming up to nix a popular proposal designed to make California’s housing more affordable. Fonda and ultra-green activist Wendy Schmidt, who lives in a $100 million home bigger than the Taj Mahal, are waging war…
An unusual delay happened Tuesday night. During the Phillies’ 5-0 home victory over the Nationals, the game had to be stopped during the seventh inning as Trea Turner faced Zack Littell when the umpire noticed a green pigment hitting Turner’s upper half — including his face — ahead of an…
Rihanna has lit up Barbados Carnival, stepping out in her hometown in dazzling style. The “Diamonds” hitmaker, 38, wowed onlookers while attending Grand Kadooment Day on Tuesday, August 4, as part of the annual celebrations. A shimmering rainbow of glittering jewels and feathers, she rocked a barely-there one-piece as she…
The US, Iran and Oman are nearing a deal that would temporarily reopen the Strait of Hormuz without any tolls — with an agreement expected to be announced as soon as today, according to a report. The deal under consideration would establish a 60-day agreement between Oman and Iran for…
Bye-bye boarding lines. The sharing of posh private jets among travelers has soared to record heights in the US as many residents are getting wealthier and turning up their noses at commercial flying. While owning a plane is still impractical for many flyers — with prices for a new small…
During Geno Smith’s first stint with the Jets, Matt Simms served as one of his backup quarterbacks. Twelve years later, Simms helped coach up Smith this offseason. Simms now runs “Simms Complete” in North Jersey, specializing in coaching quarterbacks from the youth level through the pros. A few months ago,…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Jennifer Aniston has never been one to chase flashy handbag trends. While everyone else cycles through micro purses and logo-covered totes, she’s loyal to one timeless staple: a roomy black…
Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC) announced early Wednesday that he was ending his bid for a third House term, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured by his colleagues for “unprofessional and inappropriate conduct” toward two female staffers. “After much prayer and reflection, I’ve decided to withdraw…
The patient: A 60-year-old man in SeattleThe symptoms: The man experienced paranoia, as well as auditory and visual hallucinations. He was also very thirsty but was fearful of drinking water that others offered to him.What happened next: The man went to an emergency department because he was worried that his…
Walking into a gym for the first time — or returning after a long break — can feel intimidating, even for former gym rats. Rows of unfamiliar equipment, seasoned lifters and the pressure to keep up can make anyone feel out of place. But experts say a few simple strategies…
Seeing is believing. That makes sense, but not always. Believing what you see in training camp is risky business. Yes, it is out there on the field — an offense struggling, maybe an offense soaring, perhaps a defense dominating and, so often, a handful of players looking outrageously outstanding. You…
Sydney Sweeney is using her star power to support victims of the Spokane, Washington, wildfires amid mass evacuation procedures. “Spokane has always been home to me. It’s where I grew up, where my family still lives, and where so many of the people and places that shaped me are,” Sweeney,…
The Maryland legislature passed a measure Tuesday that will put the question of redrawing congressional lines to voters in November. If the constitutional amendment on redistricting passes, it could potentially give Democrats another seat in the House of Representatives. Currently, Republicans only hold one of the state’s eight House seats,…
CHICAGO –– Outside the ballpark, there was signage calling him overrated. Above the Friendly Confines, a prop plane towed a banner saying his new team is ruining baseball. When he took the mound for the first time, the better part of 40,000 fans booed him intensely. At various points during…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Like Us, Sandra Bullock needs a roomy bag to fit her essentials, especially while traveling. For a trip to New York City, Bullock carried a duffel-like tote bag, and we…
Cori Bush lost her bitter Democratic primary against incumbent Rep. Wesley Bell Tuesday, two years after the former “Squad” lawmaker vowed to take revenge against the pro-Israel group that contributed to her political downfall. The race in Missouri’s deep-blue 1st Congressional District was a rematch of the 2024 contest, which…
Each year, tons of soil, silt and rocks flow into reservoirs in the U.S. and get stuck there, creating a “ticking time bomb” that threatens lives and livelihoods. According to a new study, around a fifth of the world’s reservoirs are currently at high risk of filling with sediment, and…
A Mets double play saved Gary Cohen and Keith Hernandez from an “awkward conversation” during the SNY broadcast on Tuesday night. The two broadcasters were having a discussion in the bottom of the fourth when Hernandez referenced the old Milwaukee Braves, and Cohen began to mention the team’s mascot and…
The Wizards Beyond Waverly Place series finale went out with a bang — and the episode wouldn’t have felt right without the return of OG star Jennifer Stone. Warning: Spoilers below from the Wizards Beyond Waverly Place series finale. “I had kind of mourned the fact that I was not…
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