tagThe 5 tracks you need to hear from Taylor Swift's surprise 'Tortured Poets' companionReleased two hours after "The Tortured Poets Department" on Thursday night, Taylor Swift's second set of new songs contains a handful of highlights. sharesave
Democratic town furious over migrant shelter opening in neighborhoodA democratic town in Massachusetts town are furious that they have not been consulted on plans to convert a former prison into a tax-payer-funded migrant shelter for hundreds of people.
NYC’s last superhero: On patrol with real-life crimefighter — the Brooklyn DevilTaking a cue from Spider-Man, the Brooklyn Devil doesn't share his real name.
Japan grappling with invasive raccoon populationJapan's invasive raccoon problem has worsened over the last decade despite efforts to eradicate the species. Raccoons are not native to Japan and arrived in the 1970s as pets.
Japan grappling with invasive raccoon populationJapan's invasive raccoon problem has worsened over the last decade despite efforts to eradicate the species. Raccoons are not native to Japan and arrived in the 1970s as pets.
Scottie Scheffler’s caddie missing PGA Championship third round, chaplain on bag in latest wrinkleAfter a Friday morning that saw him being arrested and released prior to his tee time, Scheffler will now be without Ted Scott, who has been his caddie since 2021.
FIFA seeks 'legal expertise' before decision on Israel soccer ban proposalFIFA decided to seek a further "legal assessment" before making a decision on a proposal to ban Israel soccer from international competitions.
Argentina's Milei shuts up critics with miracle turnaround of economy, strong security policiesArgentina elected Javier Milei as the country struggled with some of the highest inflation in the world, seeking radical change in the face of crisis.
NYC shoplifting soars with over 21K complaints lodged so far this year — causing CVS, Walgreens to close up shopsNew York City is turning into a drugstore desert as retail theft surged 5.6% so far this year.
Catholic group questions NFL's commitment to 'inclusion' after response to player's religious speechCatholicVote penned a letter to the NFL in defense of Kansas City Chief's player after the league attempted to distance itself over the kicker's viral commencement speech.
University president retires after being reprimanded for caving to demands of anti-Israel protestersSonoma State University President Mike Lee announced his retirement this week after being placed on administrative leave for making unauthorized concession to anti-Israel students.
Prediction and profanity: In Minnesota, Trump says he will win the traditionally Democratic stateOn a day off from his hush money criminal trial, Trump falsely claimed he won the traditionally Democratic state of Minnesota four years ago and would again.
Lisa Lisa, '80s pop star, hid breast cancer while touring: 'It was hard to talk about back then'Lisa Lisa, the 80s pop icon, opened up about her decision to hide her breast cancer diagnosis while on tour in the 1980s.
U.S. intelligence suggests American who vanished in Syria in 2017 has died, daughter says she was toldU.S. officials have developed highly credible intelligence suggesting an American citizen who disappeared years ago while traveling in Syria has died.
Friday’s high school baseball and softball scores, updated playoff pairingsHere are Thursday's high school baseball and softball scores across the Southland, and the updated playoff schedule.
Paul Bissonnette questions if ref was betting after controversial Stars-Avalanche callPaul Bissonnette stoked the flames in what was already a controversy.
John Stamos Shares ‘Full House’ Reunion With Olsen Twins in Tribute to Bob SagetBob D'Amico/Getty ImagesJohn Stamos remembered his late co-star Bob Saget on what would’ve been the actor’s 68th birthday on Friday, posting a Full House reunion picture that included a rare appearance by the Olsen twins.The actor shared a black-and-white group photo of himself and several of his co-stars from the classic sitcom—including the famously private Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, who shared the part of Michelle Tanner as young children. They were joined by four other Full House OGs: Jodie Sweetin, Candace Cameron Bure, Dave Coulier, and Scott Weinger, gathered around a statue of Dumbo in Saget’s home.“Happy Birthday Bob,” Stamos wrote in the caption. “This was taken as we gathered for his funeral. Though Bob wasn’t there physically, his spirit was unmistakably present, wrapping us in warmth and shared memories that drew both laughter and tears.”Read more at The Daily Beast.
John Stamos Shares ‘Full House’ Reunion With Olsen Twins in Tribute to Bob SagetBob D'Amico/Getty ImagesJohn Stamos remembered his late co-star Bob Saget on what would’ve been the actor’s 68th birthday on Friday, posting a Full House reunion picture that included a rare appearance by the Olsen twins.The actor shared a black-and-white group photo of himself and several of his co-stars from the classic sitcom—including the famously private Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, who shared the part of Michelle Tanner as young children. They were joined by four other Full House OGs: Jodie Sweetin, Candace Cameron Bure, Dave Coulier, and Scott Weinger, gathered around a statue of Dumbo in Saget’s home.“Happy Birthday Bob,” Stamos wrote in the caption. “This was taken as we gathered for his funeral. Though Bob wasn’t there physically, his spirit was unmistakably present, wrapping us in warmth and shared memories that drew both laughter and tears.”Read more at The Daily Beast.
WATCH: Possible Trump VP pick makes major prediction about Black voters as Biden bleeds supportSen. Tim Scott, widely considered a frontrunner on Donald Trump's VP shortlist, predicted Black voters would show up in "historic" numbers for the former president in November.
Ukraine's divisive mobilization law comes into force as new Russian push strains front-line troopsUkraine's divisive troop mobilization law takes effect amid Russia's new offensive straining Kyiv's military and pummeling the second city of Kharkiv.
Commencement Speaker Gives Each Grad $1K—But There’s a CatchDarren McCollesterCollege graduates at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth were left stunned at their commencement ceremony this week, captured in footage with their mouths ajar as a billionaire announced he was gifting each of them $1,000.Even better, the graduates would be getting the money on the spot, with the tech CEO Robert Hale Jr. handing them a pair of envelopes—each stuffed with $500 cash—as they walked across stage, he explained. “Each of you is getting $1,000 cash right now,” he said, to the crowd’s bemusement.Read more at The Daily Beast.
Commencement Speaker Gives Each Grad $1K—But There’s a CatchDarren McCollesterCollege graduates at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth were left stunned at their commencement ceremony this week, captured in footage with their mouths ajar as a billionaire announced he was gifting each of them $1,000.Even better, the graduates would be getting the money on the spot, with the tech CEO Robert Hale Jr. handing them a pair of envelopes—each stuffed with $500 cash—as they walked across stage, he explained. “Each of you is getting $1,000 cash right now,” he said, to the crowd’s bemusement.Read more at The Daily Beast.
Virginia teacher busted for drugs in 2nd grade classroom, husband arrested in parking lotA second-grade teacher at a Virginia school was arrested Thursday after she was found to be under the influence and suspected narcotics were allegedly found in her classroom.
6 essential collections to celebrate short story monthCelebrate Short Story Month with books by authors Alice Munro, Alejandro Zambra, Juliet Escoria and more in this edition of the Book Club newsletter.
Behind the scenes, the search for the next L.A. City Council president is under wayL.A. City Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson said he's been talking to his colleagues about "what they want in a president." Some already support him
‘Throw him in jail’: Dave Portnoy, celebs slam ‘monster’ Diddy over horrific Cassie Ventura beating videoVideo of Diddy assaulting Ventura at a Los Angeles hotel in 2016 was released on Friday, sparking global outrage.
Jodorowsky's wild art, Hockney's 'Turandot' and the best L.A. culture to see nowLos Angeles Opera rolls out David Hockney's "Turandot," the Hollywood Bowl presents "The Lion King" with live music, and the week's best art, music, theater and more.
Preakness Stakes 2024: Picks and predictions from the expertsExperts from The Post and Action Network handicap Saturday’s 149th running of the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course.
After Oct. 7, White Nationalism’s Most Famous Young Escapee Got Some Pretty Upsetting TextsThe people from R. Derek Black’s past are pretty excited about the way politics are going in 2024.
The Political Dysfunction Facing CongressEditor’s Note: Washington Week With The Atlantic is a partnership between NewsHour Productions, WETA, and The Atlantic airing every Friday on PBS stations nationwide. Check your local listings or watch full episodes here. Ahead of next week’s closing arguments for Donald Trump’s hush-money trial, the former president’s allies took turns appearing outside the Manhattan courthouse. Speaker Mike Johnson, Senator J. D. Vance, and Representative Matt Gaetz were among those who made appearances. This public-facing show of support from Republicans comes as speculation over Trump’s choice for vice president continues to unfold.Meanwhile, in Congress, an exchange among Representatives Marjorie Taylor Greene, Jasmine Crockett, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez left a House committee in chaos. The spat, which began during a meeting held to consider a motion to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress for refusing to release audio from President Joe Biden’s interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur, more broadly represents how political behavior could be mediated going forward. “We have a ways to go in our national devolution,” Susan Glasser said last night. “Institutions are unraveling, not just the institution of the U.S. Congress.”Joining the Atlantic’s editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, to discuss this and more: Laura Barrón-López, a White House correspondent for PBS NewsHour; Eugene Daniels, a White House correspondent for Politico; Susan Glasser, a staff writer at The New Yorker; and Steve Inskeep, the host of NPR’s Morning Edition.
The Political Dysfunction Facing CongressEditor’s Note: Washington Week With The Atlantic is a partnership between NewsHour Productions, WETA, and The Atlantic airing every Friday on PBS stations nationwide. Check your local listings or watch full episodes here. Ahead of next week’s closing arguments for Donald Trump’s hush-money trial, the former president’s allies took turns appearing outside the Manhattan courthouse. Speaker Mike Johnson, Senator J. D. Vance, and Representative Matt Gaetz were among those who made appearances. This public-facing show of support from Republicans comes as speculation over Trump’s choice for vice president continues to unfold.Meanwhile, in Congress, an exchange among Representatives Marjorie Taylor Greene, Jasmine Crockett, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez left a House committee in chaos. The spat, which began during a meeting held to consider a motion to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress for refusing to release audio from President Joe Biden’s interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur, more broadly represents how political behavior could be mediated going forward. “We have a ways to go in our national devolution,” Susan Glasser said last night. “Institutions are unraveling, not just the institution of the U.S. Congress.”Joining the Atlantic’s editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, to discuss this and more: Laura Barrón-López, a White House correspondent for PBS NewsHour; Eugene Daniels, a White House correspondent for Politico; Susan Glasser, a staff writer at The New Yorker; and Steve Inskeep, the host of NPR’s Morning Edition.
Iran prepares to execute Jewish man in case that sends dread through tiny Jewish communityAuthorities plan to carry out the execution as soon as Monday, multiple sources tell The Post.
Paul Scheer shares stories from new memoir "Joyful Recollections of Trauma"Comedian Paul Scheer shares stories from a new memoir "Joyful Recollections of Trauma."
Pete Alonso, Juan Soto’s paths to long-term New York futures may only get more complicatedPete Alonso is going to fight an industry turn away from the $200 million-plus mega-contracts for first baseman. It is a rejection of the limited athlete, corner position in their 30s (Alonso turns 30 in December).
Flash floods from unusually heavy seasonal rains kill at least 68 people in AfghanistanTaliban officials say flash floods from heavy seasonal rains have killed at least 68 people in Afghanistan.
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle welcomed to Nigeria by fugitive wanted in US for $20M money laundering scamDr. Allen Onyema, 59, was among a small group of officials who greeted the Duke and Duchess of Sussex when they touched down in Lagos, Nigeria last Sunday.
Shohei Ohtani's former Angels teammate accused of making illegal sports bets: reportDavid Fletcher, who played with Shohei Ohtani with the Los Angeles Angels, reportedly made illegal sports bets through the same bookmaker as the star's former interpreter.
Community honors former President Grover ClevelandThere is one community in America where former President Grover Cleveland is more than just a name in a history book.
Fashion designer styled Tyson Fury before boxing match hopes clothes gives champion an edgeFashion designer who styled heavyweight champion Tyson Fury before his boxing match in Saudi Arabia against Oleksandr Usyk hopes clothes will give him an edge.
ICE declines to reveal names of Jordanians nabbed for Marine base breach; former officials weigh inICE says it is not revealing more details about the two Jordanians arrested at a Marine base in Virginia this week, which officials say raises questions.
Suspected Would-Be Assassin Detained as Slovak Prime Minister’s Condition Is StableThe man accused of attempting to assassinate Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was ordered to remain behind bars Saturday.
Meet the fashion designer who dresses the world's biggest boxersFrom his fashion studio on the Welsh coast, Imtayaz Qassim creates some of the most distinctive outfits worn by the world's most famous boxers
Why LA County DA is not prosecuting Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs despite ‘extremely disturbing’ Cassie Ventura abuse video"We find the images extremely disturbing and difficult to watch," the prosecutor's office admitted in a statement released via social media Friday.
The secret ingredient in these meaty tacos makes Whittier your next taqueria destinationCritic Bill Addison heads to Whittier for the Sinaloa-style joys at Tacos La Carreta, plus a look at our project on the state of L.A. restaurants.
Biden’s plan to admit Gazans to US could backfire: 'Brainwashed by Hamas,' expert warnsAmid the displacement of Palestinians in Gaza because of Hamas’ war against Israel, President Biden weighs allowing a new wave of immigration. Local Gazans gave their take.
Want a reservation at a hot NYC restaurant? Some are going for $500.Online restaurant reservations services have exploded, offering hard-to-get reservations for a price. Two New York state lawmakers want to ban them.
