San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan raised eyebrows by floating a tax on electric-vehicle owners during Tuesday night’s gubernatorial debate. Mahan proposed the levy, along with a tax on high-income earners, while pushing to suspend the state’s gas tax as fuel prices continue to surge. “We need to reform this tax and make sure EV owners and higher-income owners are paying their fair share,” said Mahan, a moderate Democrat who’s gotten support from Silicon Valley. It marks the first time he has publicly mentioned a charge on electric vehicles. Mahan has been loudly advocating for a suspension of the gas tax…
A Democratic frontrunner in California’s gubernatorial race has been running on his experience working for former President Joe Biden — but one administration official issued a shocking judgment instead. Xavier Becerra, Biden’s head of the Department of Health and Human Services, has surged to the top of polls a month…
CNN’s Abby Phillip and Van Jones tangled Tuesday night over Democratic efforts to scrutinize Israel’s nuclear capabilities as the Jewish state battles Iran. The tense exchange erupted during a segment on “CNN NewsNight” about a letter from Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-Texas) and other House Dems pressing the Trump administration to…
The US Supreme Court rejected on Wednesday Apple’s request to temporarily block a judicial order that found the iPhone maker in violation of sweeping court-mandated changes to its lucrative App Store as part of an antitrust lawsuit by “Fortnite” maker Epic Games. Justice Elena Kagan, on behalf of the court, declined to pause a ruling by the…
The Astros are losing Carlos Correa for the remainder of the season to an injury that happened before their game against the Dodgers even started Tuesday. Correa suffered a torn left ankle tendon in a freak batting practice injury that requires surgery, and will be sidelined for six to eight…
Former Representative Katie Porter resorted to name-calling during a heated exchange at the California gubernatorial debate hosted by CNN Tuesday. During the debate, her Republican counterparts, Steve Hilton and Sheriff Chad Bianco, criticized the former congresswoman for her temperament, referencing a resurfaced video from last year that showed her clashing with an employee. “I can’t believe…
A proposed class action lawsuit claims Roku and TCL “bricked” thousands of smart TVs through defective software updates that allegedly left sets frozen, black-screened or completely unusable. Plaintiff Terri Else filed the complaint in federal court in California against Roku and TCL North America, accusing the companies of rolling out…
Walt Disney’s new Chief Executive Josh D’Amaro laid out his strategy for the entertainment company Wednesday, saying it would remain committed to creative excellence, strengthen its streaming business, capitalize on the power of live sports and continue to invest in its theme parks and cruise lines. “Our focus remains consistent — improve…
A dream trip has turned into a floating nightmare for passengers and crew aboard the MV Hondius, where a hantavirus outbreak has killed three and sickened at least four others. Nearly 150 people still on board are in quarantine after health officials confirmed that two passengers were infected with the…
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. After playing the “Game of the Decade” in the first leg of their Champions League semifinals last week, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain will…
If you’ve seen The Snowman, then you’re going to recognize the main character of that police thriller, Detective Harry Hole, even though Michael Fassbender isn’t playing him this time. Instead, Tobias Santelmann is taking the leading role in Jo Nesbø’s Detective Hole. The show is based on Jo Nesbø‘s fifth…
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. With their high-wattage glamour and mystique, Hollywood’s classic film stars had the ability to elevate jewelry to mythic stature. Their sparkling on- and off-screen bijoux,…
Mayor Karen Bass and Councilwoman Nithya Raman went to war Tuesday night in a blistering mayoral debate that exploded into a public brawl over crime, homelessness, police staffing and who voters should blame for Los Angeles spiraling deeper into chaos. For 90 combative minutes inside the Sherman Oaks East Valley…
Apple on Tuesday agreed to pay $250 million to settle claims it misled customers into buying iPhones with a deceiving marketing campaign about its voice assistant Siri’s new AI features. If approved, it would be one of the largest-ever settlements from Apple and result in cash payments of up to…
The Pentagon has announced that they employ specialized energy weapons for defense, seemingly vindicating researchers who’d long warned about the tech. The Department of War’s Chief Technology Officer Emil Michael announced this development in an X post fittingly — or perhaps eerily — posted on May the 4th, more popularly…
Researchers have created the world’s first miniature, proof-of-concept quantum battery. If the technology can be replicated, it could transform the field of energy storage forever and open up new possibilities for lightweight, remote electrification, experts say.The research team outlined their design for the quantum battery in a study published March…
Taylor Frankie Paul is getting candid about her physical health amid the recent cancellation of The Bachelorette and her custody drama with ex Dakota Mortensen. In a Tuesday, May 5 Instagram post, the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star shared what appears to be an AI-generated image of herself staring…
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. Beyond its intrinsic beauty, jewelry holds memories, transporting people back to important moments in their lives. Alexa talked to three gem-fluencers about their treasured first…
Contrary to popular conjecture, late sex predator Jeffrey Epstein had solid dirt on “only one person” and strenuously denied any connection to Mossad or the CIA, his former lawyer Alan Dershowitz told “Pod Force One.” Dershowitz, 87, who was part of the legal team that helped the late financer win…
Austin Reaves sat by his locker with his feet in an ice bucket. He stared at the ground and spoke in hushed tones. The Lakers desperately needed him to have a scoring explosion in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series against the Thunder, but he had a disappearing act in…
Jersey Shore’s Ronnie Ortiz-Magro is opening up about his mental health after fans expressed concern over his behavior in a recent viral video. In a series of Instagram Story posts on Tuesday, May 5, Ortiz-Magro, 40, revealed that he suffers from depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder. “I want to start…
You know her as Dean’s wife on “Gilmore Girls” and Stefan’s 350-year-old bestie on “The Vampire Diaries,” but Arielle Kebbel is now part of the Taylor Sheridan multiverse as US Marshal Belle Skinner on CBS’ “Marshals” (the most-watched new TV show of the season). “She’s a cowgirl at heart, who…
WASHINGTON — President Trump told The Post Wednesday morning it is “too soon” to start thinking about face-to-face peace talks between the US and Iran, despite optimistic reports the two nations were closing in on a potential framework to end their 67-day war. Asked whether The Post should prepare to…
An extreme form of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy is linked to 10 genes, one of which is likely the main culprit behind the condition, according to the largest genetic study of its kind to date.Most people experience some degree of nausea and vomiting during early pregnancy, but up to…
When one former Keyport, NJ, resident started keeping tabs of all the cancer diagnoses on and around his childhood street, the numbers were “freaking snowballing.” In recent interviews with NJ.com, Rusty Morris, 46, recounted how he’d collected the names of so many neighbors that he eventually created a map, marking…
You just spent $4.25 billion to purchase an NBA franchise, what do you do? If you’re Tom Dundon, apparently, you start to cut costs. At least that is reportedly what the new Trail Blazers owner is doing, which is rubbing some the wrong way, following a series of reports that…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Hot take: Copenhagen Fashion Week is already becoming more important than Paris Fashion Week. The Danes take their style seriously, and I would know — I split my time between…
It’s a diamond in the ruff. Cash-flush canine lovers can bestow their pups with ultra-luxe,18-karat gold and diamond custom collars — including one for a whopping $150,000 — thanks to a collaboration between the Baccarat Hotel New York and The D Diamond, a self-proclaimed luxury jeweler for canine companions. “There’s…
WASHINGTON — President Trump told The Post he “won’t be rushed” to end the Iran war on its 52nd day — and lashed out at Democrats and Republicans trying to force him to end the conflict. “How bad is it that when you are in the middle of negotiations and…
A New Zealand parrot that’s missing the entire top half of its beak has developed a unique jousting technique to attain top social status, researchers report in a new study.The parrot, named Bruce, thrusts with his exposed lower beak during jousts, targeting the head, wings, beak and legs of his…
Carlos Mendoza did not impress anyone in Chicago, and even the Cubs’ studio team is calling for his firing in April. When the Mets losing streak reached 11 games on Sunday with a walk-off Chicago win in the 10th inning, the Cubs’ postgame show went to studio host Cole Wright,…
HBO Max‘s movie selection in April is kind of all over the place in terms of genre and quality. When there are so many films to draw upon from the last 100 years of cinema, keeping track of the mid-tier titles can be a little tricky. That’s why the Watch…
WASHINGTON — The House Oversight Committee launched a probe Monday into reports of the mysterious disappearances or deaths of at least 10 scientists and researchers working in US nuclear or rocket technology, according to letters obtained by The Post. “If the reports are accurate, these deaths and disappearances may represent…
US stocks fell and oil prices surged Monday morning as tensions over the Iran war heated up again, after President Trump announced the US Navy had seized an Iranian cargo vessel and Tehran sent mixed signals on resuming talks. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq had slumped 0.2% and 0.4%, respectively,…
The noise from Lakers fans inside Crypto.com Arena on Saturday night found its way to Rockets forward Kevin Durant who was sitting on the bench in street clothes, confined to a spectator in a game he was supposed to dominate. Durant is known for chirping at fans online, but during…
WWE star Brock Lesnar has seemingly hung up his boots. On the second night of WrestleMania 42, staged in Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium, on Sunday, April 19, Lesnar, 48, appeared to retire from the sport following his clash against Oba Femi, which ended in less than five minutes. In a…
ISLAMABAD — Vice President JD Vance and the US delegation to the peace talks here with Iran are en route to Pakistan and expected to land within hours, President Trump on Monday told The Post — adding that he was willing to meet with senior Iranian leaders if a breakthrough…
It felt inevitable. Scottie Scheffler had spent Sunday chasing down Matt Fitzpatrick, who had expanded his lead to four shots with a birdie on the first hole of the final round at the RBC Heritage. The lead sat at one entering the 72nd hole at Harbour Town Links and Fitzpatrick…
Travis Barker celebrated wife Kourtney Kardashian’s recent birthday by sharing a peek inside their spicy bedroom life. Barker, 50, took to Instagram on Sunday, April 19, to post a gushing tribute to Kourtney, who turned 47 one day prior. Capturing recent memorable moments, the post showed the reality TV star…
The yearning to cheat death has infused pop culture for ages, from “The Picture Of Dorian Gray” to “Death Becomes Her” to “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” But in recent years, finding the secret to longer life has transitioned from mythical fiction to actual science with the help of…
Even though Indiana whooped Alabama 38-3 during the College Football Playoff’s Rose Bowl, Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson insists he knew what was going to be called every time — he just couldn’t do anything about it. Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines wasn’t flattered by the admission. Simpson, who suffered…
Dakota Mortensen has publicly addressed the now-closed police investigation into an alleged domestic violence incident involving his ex Taylor Frankie Paul. In an Instagram post shared in the early hours of Monday, April 20, Dakota, 33, addressed attention he has received after news broke on March 16 that he and…
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