A former CNN anchor turned YouTube content creator live-streamed for nearly 11 hours from Friday afternoon into early Saturday morning awaiting the removal of President Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., only to make an absurd comparison that ended in widespread mockery. Jim Acosta, a known anti-Trump media figurehead, was CNN’s chief domestic correspondent and anchored “CNN Newsroom” from 2021 until early 2025. He worked for the network for 18 years in total, but left unceremoniously when executives proposed moving his morning show into the midnight to 2 a.m. slot. Acosta hosted the marathon coverage, which he dubbed…
Blake Lively’s alleged feud with director and costar Justin Baldoni on the set of It Ends With Us exploded into multiple lawsuits in 2025. The former Gossip Girl star kicked off the legal battle by filing a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department and subsequently sued Baldoni over sexual…
WASHINGTON — Iran is poised to attract up to $300 billion in investments from the very Gulf states it targeted with drones and missiles throughout the more than three-month-old war — if it can get its act together, Vice President JD Vance said Monday. “That’s the sort of thing they…
The UK will bar children under 16 from using a range of social-media platforms — including Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube — in an effort to shield young people from toxic online content and ballooning screen time, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday. The sweeping restrictions are set to take effect…
Jasson Domínguez needed an unhealthy amount of caffeine to get ready for his return to the Yankees on Saturday. But now that his heart has survived the four shots of espresso, two Red Bulls and one pre-workout drink that he gulped down after a whirlwind Friday night into Saturday afternoon…
The New York Knicks sparked more merch sales on Fanatics.com in the first 24 hours after their stunning Saturday win than any other championship team in any sport in years past, according to the popular site. Fanatics logged over 8,000 orders of Knicks apparel and memorabilia per minute upon offering…
A clandestine excavation on the outskirts of Rome has brought to light a “splendid villa” that may have belonged to a member of the Antonine imperial family, according to archaeologists with the Special Superintendency of Rome. The remains of the first-century villa, which was previously unknown to archaeologists, include frescoed…
A labor battle is officially brewing in Major League Baseball. And the Dodgers –– surprise, surprise –– are getting caught in the middle of the mayhem. Over the coming months, there will be a narrative-flinging rock fight between the league and the players’ union. A prolonged tug-of-war for the hearts…
UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland caused a stir at the UFC Freedom 250 event before he was removed by Secret Service members and other law enforcement. “The unplanned presence of Sean Strickland drew significant attention from attendees, resulting in disorder,” the United States Park Police Public Information Office wrote in…
Jennifer Siebel Newsom has snapped back at a Department of Justice probe into her and husband Governor Gavin Newsom. California’s First Partner branded the move an attack on she and her family and moaned President Trump had “no boundaries” in his pursuit of them. She said: “There are clearly no…
SpaceX shares jumped nearly 20% Monday in the Elon Musk-led rocket company’s first full day of trading following its record-shattering debut last week on the Nasdaq. About 120 million shares had changed hands by 12 p.m. ET Monday, after trading volume on Friday broke past 500 million shares – nearing…
A mom of three was devastated after doctors dismissed her cancer symptoms as a hernia — because she was too “fit and young” to be seriously ill. Lydia Southam made ten visits to her GP complaining of heavy periods, stomach lumps, bloating and frequent urination – but says her concerns…
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The women at the center of The Pitt spoke out about how the show has addressed Robby’s sexism and other problematic behavior. Katherine LaNasa, Supriya Ganesh, Fiona Dourif, Taylor Dearden, Isa Briones, Shabana Azeez and Sepideh Moafi took part in a joint interview for The Wrap on Monday, June 15,…
A San Diego County ballot drop box remained sitting on a roadside more than a week after Election Day, sparking alarm among locals who worry their votes were not properly collected. The official ballot box was still standing Friday on Hilton Head Road near the entrance to Hilton Head County…
KFC is launching what it calls its “next chapter” globally, rolling out new menu items, redesigned restaurants and refreshed branding as the fast-food giant looks to strengthen its position in the increasingly competitive chicken market. The Yum Brands-owned chain said Monday that the initiative will eventually touch its more than 34,000 restaurants…
Following the Knicks’ closeout Game 5 on Saturday that gave the franchise its first title since 1973, captain and NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson made a special guest appearance on ABC’s “The View.” Host Whoopi Goldberg asked Brunson how he resisted retaliating against Victor Wembanyama after the Spurs star shoved…
If you spend hours staring at screens each day, you have probably heard the advice. Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. The 20-20-20 rule for eye strain has become the go-to recommendation from eye doctors, productivity influencers and ergonomics guides. But newer research suggests…
Gov. Gavin Newsom said on Monday that the US Department of Justice is investigating him and his family in an explosive social media post. Newsom said that federal investigators are looking into the activities of the governor, his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, and family members as an act of political…
A new unit at Meta devoted to artificial intelligence is turning into real-world hell for employees, according to a new report. At a live-streamed meeting earlier this month reported by Wired, a disgruntled person interrupted speakers to go on an expletive-filled tirade about “being the company’s b—h,” raving that an…
For the first time ever, scientists have captured deep-sea footage of the elusive goblin shark, extending its known range far into the Central Pacific and down to nearly 6,560 feet (2,000 meters) below the water’s surface.The goblin shark (Mitsukurina owstoni) is a deepwater shark with an elongated snout and protrusible…
CHICAGO — The risk that a traveler infected with Ebola could arrive in the United States during the 2026 World Cup tournament that kicked off last week is low but not zero, and if that happens, US hospitals are ready to respond, US infectious disease experts say. It wasn’t always so. During…
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Martina McBride announced that she is dropping out of President Donald Trump’s Great American State Fair after allegedly being told “misleading” information about the intentions of the event. “I would like to talk to you and clear the air. I will not be performing at the Great American State Fair…
More than half of likely California voters support a proposed wealth tax on billionaires despite multiple reports and research questioning the benefits and potential harm to the state’s economy. A survey by the Public Policy Institute of California said 54% of likely voters agree with the tax, which would would…
The initial plan was the NBA. That was Tounde Yessoufou’s dream and his focus from the time his freshman season ended at Baylor through the NBA Draft Combine and until just recently. But as the deadline to make his decision neared and as he went through the draft process, he…
Scooter Braun says he’s still confused about his headline-making feud with Taylor Swift. “[I] went from being like, loved and appreciated for over a decade to literally a villain the next night. I don’t want to go into that, but I will say something that will really sum it up…
WASHINGTON — Democrats are shaking their heads in disbelief at the timing of Jill Biden’s memoir and her change in tone about Joe Biden’s disastrous debate performance. The party would rather talk about the high cost of living and increased gas prices under President Trump, Democrats told The Post, rather…
Even the biggest stars in the city want to be like Jalen Brunson. Juan Soto paid homage to Brunson by doing his signature celebration during the Mets’ win over the Reds on Wednesday. A day later, Brunson hadn’t seen it. But when told about it, Brunson appreciated the gesture. “It’s…
Ashley Conner is speaking out after her sister, Amanda Conner, was reportedly arrested and booked on a DUI charge. “I did just wanna get on here and clear up a few things … in this whole situation involving my sister Amanda Conner and Ryan [Edwards], y’all definitely don’t have the…
Polls may be showing Xavier Becerra narrowly in the lead for the California governor’s race with less than a week to the primary. But according to photos posted on social media, he’s still having a hard time exciting the crowds — with a “Get Out The Vote” event he hosted…
Patrick McEnroe and Rich “Big Daddy” Salgado are quite the doubles team. The tennis insider and known NFL insurance guru, both Long Island natives, are launching a podcast that will serve up “the kind of things you can’t Google” on celebrity guests like Michael Strahan, Bryan Cranston, Mike Tyson, Brandi…
Candace Cameron Bure has one big happy family. The Full House alum is the youngest daughter of Barbara and Robert Cameron. The couple tied the knot in June 1969. In addition to Candace, Barbara and Robert share son Kirk Cameron as well as daughters Bridgette Cameron Ridenour and Melissa Fleming.…
A Russian drone packed with explosives slammed into an apartment building in Romania Thursday night, leaving two people injured. The incident, which took place in the southeastern city of Galati near the Ukrainian border, marks the first time Romanian civilians have been wounded by a Russian drone strike since the…
Historically, the best St. John’s baseball teams have been led by local stars. From Rich Aurilia, Frank Viola and John Franco to Craig Hansen, Anthony Varvaro and Joe Panik. The latest Big East champions follow in that tradition as a resilient group led by two-time All-Big East first team selection…
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The feud between Gov. Gavin Newsom and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent escalated Thursday over Newsom’s proposed tax on Trump’s $1.776 billion fund to compensate victims of federal government weaponization. At a White House briefing Thursday, a reporter asked Bessent his thoughts on Newsom’s announcement of a 100% tax on the…
SkinnyDipped dark chocolate snack products are being recalled nationwide over fears they may contain undeclared peanuts — posing a potentially life-threatening risk to people with peanut allergies. Bazzini, an Allentown, Pa.-based co-manufacturer used by SkinnyDipped, announced the voluntary recall Wednesday for certain lots of SkinnyDipped Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites.…
Allison Reid is great at lion. She may have been on Hofstra University’s track and cross country team, but it’s been Reid’s sworn secret that’s really kept the 22-year-old on her toes the past four years. The East Northport runner lived a covert double life as the school’s mascot, Kate…
Here’s a rundown of Us Weekly‘s top stories making headlines in celebrity news, sports and entertainment on May 28, 2026. Here are key takeaways: • NHL legend Claude Lemieux died by apparent suicide and was found on May 28 at a family-owned business in Florida. The four-time Stanley Cup champion,…
Take me to your sanctuary city. The White House unveiled “Aliens.gov” Thursday, a cheeky new website focused on illegal migrant arrest data – and not UFO disclosure. The eyebrow-raising domain name sparked a firestorm of online speculation when the federal government registered it in March, about a month after President…
The New York City business community – including the likes of Jamie Dimon and David Solomon – could learn a thing or two from Joe Sweeny. The 36-year-old lawyer and social media influencer – who lately has teamed up with independent journalist Nick Shirley to create a series of viral…
The Liberty haven’t yet established their true identity for this season. But Jonquel Jones has a vision for what New York should be about. Toughness, togetherness and tenacity: Those are the traits she wants the Liberty to exemplify. “I want our team to embody the resiliency that the city has,…
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