OpenAI hires Chuck Schumer’s daughter as Big Tech cozies up to Democrats ahead of midterms: report

OpenAI has reportedly hired Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s daughter Jessica Schumer for a top policy job as Silicon Valley increasingly works to shore up ties with Democrats ahead of November’s midterm elections. Jessica Schumer, Amazon’s former top public-policy official in New York, is joining OpenAI to handle the company’s government outreach and partnerships in Northeastern states, Axios reported, citing a spokesperson for the AI giant. The Harvard and Yale-educated Schumer brings deep ties to Democratic politics and government to OpenAI, which is rapidly expanding its operations in Washington, DC, and state capitals as lawmakers wrestle with how to regulate…

Gen Z college students roasted for ‘truly bone-chilling’ party trend

Shots, shots, shots — but not the kind millennials remember. With back-to-school season in full swing, college campuses are once again packed with welcome back bashes, football games and frat parties. However, college parties are looking less “Animal House” these days, according to one viral video. The social media clip…

Ole Miss fan goes viral during tense moment in nail-biting win

Another college football fan has gone viral after an ESPN cameraperson showed a blonde woman in the stands during Ole Miss’ 41-38 win against Louisville in the Music City Kickoff on Sunday. During the third quarter, while the Rebels led the Cardinals by two points (24-22), the cameraperson focused on…

Mets vs. Marlins prediction: MLB picks, odds, best bets for Labor Day

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. Happy Labor Day! The Mets are spending the holiday in Miami. The Marlins’ Eury Pérez has given up 11 runs in his past 7…

Joe Morgan, popular Red Sox manager, dead at 95

BOSTON — Joe Morgan, the popular Boston Red Sox manager who guided his hometown team to a pair of AL East titles, has died. He was 95. In a statement Sunday, the Red Sox announced that Morgan died Saturday night. The club was informed by his daughter, Catherine, team spokesperson…

A-Rod and Oprah’s ‘brain coach’ shares 5 steps to improve your memory

A personal trainer can help you get jacked, but who do you call for brain gains? That’s where Jim Kwik comes in. The brain coach has worked with Oprah Winfrey, Richard Branson, Alex Rodriguez, Novak Djokovic and Elon Musk’s team at SpaceX, helping them improve focus, memory and mental performance.…

Raskin calls Piker’s rhetoric ‘irrelevant distraction’ after the streamer said he’d vote for Hamas over Israel

Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., dismissed scrutiny of far-left streamer Hasan Piker’s rhetoric about Hamas as an “irrelevant distraction” Sunday on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” as host Kristen Welker pressed him over Democratic divisions surrounding Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed’s relationship with the controversial online personality. Welker played Raskin a clip of Piker…

Guldhøj folding chair: The only completely preserved chair from Bronze Age Europe

Remains of a Bronze Age folding chair were found in a chieftain’s grave in Denmark.(Image credit: National Museum of Denmark (CC-BY-SA))QUICK FACTSName: Guldhøj folding chairWhat it is: A wooden chair with an otter-skin seatWhere it is from: Guldhøj, southern DenmarkWhen it was made: Circa 1400 B.C.When archaeologists with the National…

Wimbledon to crack down on influencers after chaotic US Open takeover

Don’t expect to see influencers posing during matches at Wimbledon next year.  The All England Club will not be credentialing influencers and will confiscate any ring lights or other items that could disrupt matches, according to multiple reports.  Wimbledon’s conditions on entry already prohibit any items that may be used…

Aaron Judge to face his final Yankees hurdle before expected return

SAN DIEGO — The Yankees are off Monday, but their most important player will not be. Aaron Judge is expected to face live pitching Monday at Yankee Stadium, essentially the last box for him to check — other than building up his stamina — before he returns from a right…

Young American doubles duo pulls off another upset at US Open

Upset The young American duo of Brandon Carpico and Nikita Filin knocked off veteran pair Marcelo Melo and John Peers in the second round of the doubles tournament, 3-6, 7-6, 6-4 at the Grandstand court. Melo and Peers have played together on and off since 2023, and each has reached…

The simple fixes conservatives say could make life cheaper in America

As Americans continue to feel the squeeze from high housing, food and energy costs, affordability has emerged as a defining issue ahead of November’s midterm elections, with both parties under pressure to show voters they can bring down the cost of living. Now, a new report from the conservative group…

Crypto basher Rep. Rashida Tlaib stashes savings in Ethereum, Bitcoin:  disclosures

“Squad” member Rep. Rashida Tlaib has voted against major crypto legislation in Congress but doesn’t mind holding digital currencies Bitcoin and Ethereum in her $1.2 million retirement account, according to her latest financial disclosure. The Michigan Democrat’s Charles Schwab retirement account includes up to $15,000 in the Grayscale Ethereum Staking…

Dave Portnoy’s theory why Pizza Hut’s wild name change is a genius move

The “One Bite” pizza reviewer and Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy threw his support behind Yum! Brands’ campaign to temporarily rebrand Pizza Hut, praising the pizza chain’s strategic marketing move as “brilliant” while pitching company executives on directing advertising dollars toward Barstool Sports during football season. “At first, I didn’t…

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