‘Daily Show’ Mocks Melania’s ‘ChatGPT’ Book: ‘Writing Is Hard’
Former first lady Melania Trump’s debut memoir, Melania, is here. And Daily Show recurring host Jordan Klepper isn’t impressed by what’s in it.
“I want to read you a quick passage, just to give you a feel for it,” Klepper told his audience Wednesday night. “This is real: page 78, right after Trump won the 2016 election…”
The passage explained how Melania Trump had told her husband, “Congratulations. What an achievement. All those other people, and you won. You’re the president of the United States of America.”
Young voters think CEO killing was justified and more: Letters to the Editor — Dec. 22, 2024
‘Wack’ ideology The Post recently reported that 40% of young voters say the UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing was acceptable (“Twisted fan club,” Dec. 19). We really have to dig deeper into why this horrific act is deemed acceptable to American youth. While there could be many factors, I think we have to take a close look...
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Syria’s mass grave: What do you expect when you ignore REAL evil and bash Israel instead?
How did Syrian strongman Bashar al-Assad get away with murdering hundreds of thousands and dumping them in mass graves? Easy: The world let him and bashed Israel instead.
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Kasparian of 'Young Turks' explodes at possibility of Harris becoming California governor: 'I'm gonna move!'
"The Young Turks" co-host Ana Kasparian yelled in dismay when she considered the possibility that California Democrats could elect Kamala Harris for governor.
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D.C. area forecast and updates: Gusts today usher in midwinter chill that lasts through Monday
Winds today keep it feeling like 20s. Sunday might end up in the 20s for highs many spots.
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'Gitmo' in the Mojave: How the Marines are saving endangered desert tortoises
The Twentynine Palms Marine Corps base houses vulnerable young desert tortoises until they're hardy enough to withstand predators and drought. The endangered species' continued existence in the wild may hinge on programs like these.
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MacArthur Park needs a champion and defender -- right now
MacArthur Park needs someone to say 'not on my watch.' It's unacceptible that severely incapacitated people stagger about like ghosts, their bodies twisted, their eyes vacant
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Southern California men indicted in alleged $22 million crypto fraud case
Two 23-year-old Southern California men have been indicted on charges of defrauding investors out of more than $22 million in cryptocurrency, according to authorities.
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Plans to transform an iconic San Francisco highway into a park ignite recall furor
San Francisco residents voted to permanently close the Upper Great Highway to cars and turn it into a park. That sparked a recall effort against a local lawmaker.
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A grim feeling of déjà vu on vaccine misinformation and the bird flu
A new administration is about to take over just as a possible new pandemic is staring humanity in the face, plus more from the week in Opinion.
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Elon Musk’s wish list for DOGE
There is no formal agenda for the group co-headed by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. But there are plenty of clues.
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Who is the politician at the center of the latest Chinese influence scandal?
The relationship between Arcadia Councilmember Eileen Wang and Yaoning “Mike” Sun deepens questions around what Wang knew about an alleged plot to push pro-China policies.
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If your kid wants skin-care gifts for the holidays, here are some risks to consider
As parents rush into malls for the final days of Christmas shopping, many will be armed with wish lists full of beauty products for their children. Some skin-care products meant for older people should be avoided.
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The Fed begins to weigh how Trump policies could fuel inflation
The Federal Reserve is starting to contend with how President-elect Donald Trump and his ambitious policies could influence inflation in 2025.
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AI cameras are giving DC's air defense a major upgrade
Artificial intelligence-based cameras are giving air defense operators unprecedented capabilities in monitoring and protecting airspace.
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How Timothée Chalamet transformed into a perfectly imperfect Bob Dylan
To become Bob Dylan in “A Complete Unknown,” Timothée Chalamet spent years practicing guitar and was even outfitted with cheek plumpers and nostril expanders.
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NFL Week 16 predictions: Picks against the spread for every game
The Post's Dave Blezow returns for Season 31 of the Bettor's Guide to give his Week 16 NFL picks.
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Ukrainian drones strike deep into Russian territory
Eight drones attacked the city of Kazan on Saturday and caused the airport to halt flight arrivals and departures.
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Have We Ever Seen Shitposting Take Down a Bill Before?
Unfortunately for us all, Elon Musk has entered the chat.
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We Just Got a Taste of What Elon Musk Will Do When Trump’s in Office
The House of Representatives exploded while trying to fund the government.
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What’s Aileen Cannon Been Up to Lately? It Involves Taylor Swift.
The judge seems like someone to keep an eye on as we head into the second Trump administration.
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California shoppers brawl, mom robbed of $3K during dispute over parking space at crowded mall: report
The duo had made it to the packed shopping center just after 5 p.m. and had trouble finding a parking spot, forcing them to drive around the lot for an extended period.
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DC violent crime dips 35% in 2024, reaches 30-year low: US Attorney
Violent crime in Washington, D.C., has seen a 35% decline in 2024 compared to 2023, and violent crime in the district is now at a 30-year low.
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Moms call on government to reform the food industry: 'Poison is not partisan'
Zen Honeycutt and Kelly Ryerson, from Moms Across America, chat with "The Story" about the importance of getting toxic ingredients out of food.
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All Chilling Lawsuits, All The Time: The New Reality of Covering the News Under Trump.
The patron saint of frivolous lawsuits is poised to wreak havoc on press freedom
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Our Top Internet Moments of 2024
It’s time to crown this year’s funniest, floppiest, and most unforgettable moments online.
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How John Lewis Became a Civil Rights Icon
David Greenberg’s comprehensive biography draws on more than two hundred interviews and previously unseen documents.
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D.C.-area forecast: Midwinter cold this weekend before moderation into Christmas
It’ll be cold today and even colder tomorrow.
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'Pendulum lifestyle' could be key to juggling daily challenges
For those who are feeling “stuck" or overwhelmed while striving for work-life balance, some experts recommend adopting a “pendulum lifestyle." Psychologists weigh in on the potential benefits.
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Bing Crosby struggled to sing 'White Christmas' to troops, ‘most difficult thing’ in his career
Bing Crosby once said the most difficult thing he ever did in his decades-long career was sing "White Christmas" to homesick troops in France in December 1944.
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Sex worker who slept with 639 people in 2024 weighs in on OnlyFans model Lily Phillips’ ‘100 men’ challenge
Annie Knight, who has been labelled Australia’s “most sexually active woman,” shared thoughts on why she thinks OnlyFans star Lily Phillips cried after sleeping with 101 men in October.
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Dad surprised by his 3 kids with final family carpool before retirement
Three adult siblings from California came together to celebrate their dad's retirement after 41 years by paying tribute to all the time they spent carpooling to school.
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Judge dumbfounded by error at site of 'suicide' where teacher was found stabbed 20 times
A judge told the parents of 27-year-old Ellen Greenberg, a Philadelphia teacher found dead with 20 stab wounds in 2011, that the city's declaration of suicide was "puzzling."
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2025 showdown: This Republican woman may become nation's first Black female governor
Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Sears of Virginia could make history next year as the nation's first Black woman to win election as a governor and as the state's first female governor.
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Daughter of notorious 'pom-pom mom' says cheerleading murder plot nearly destroyed her life
In 1991, Wanda Holloway was charged with conspiring to kill the mother of her daughter’s rival. Holloway's daughter, Shanna, is speaking out in a new true crime docuseries.
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Christmas movies turn naughty this holiday season with stripped-down stars
Hollywood takes a risqué turn this holiday season as films including "Hot Frosty" and "The Merry Gentlemen" sizzle on-screen this Christmas.
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UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione's looks captivate TikTok users after perp walk
TikTok is swooning over Luigi Mangione, the accused killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, after his perp walk in New York City on Thursday.
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Were undercover sources from other DOJ agencies present on Jan. 6? Grassley, Johnson demand answers
EXCLUSIVE: Senate Republicans demand answers on whether confidential human sources from DOJ agencies beyond the FBI were used on Jan. 6, 2021, while also questioning IG Horowitz's review of records.
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Russia Has a Divorce Problem
With one of the highest divorce rates in the world, Russia's family dynamics are coming to the fore in politics.
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Dear Abby: My fiancé’s parents want us to postpone our wedding after a huge fight
Dear Abby gives advice to a woman whose boyfriend's parents are asking them to postpone their wedding after they had a fight.
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Ohio poacher slapped with record-breaking $43K fine after killing ‘valuable’ trophy deer
Christopher J. Alexander, 28, of Wilmington, was also sentenced to six months in jail for killing the 18-point, white-tailed deer.
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Senate Passes Funding Bill After Trump, Musk Tanked Earlier Negotiations
The bill's passage comes after President-elect Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk scuttled an earlier bipartisan deal.
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Presión de precios se redujo el mes pasado, según indicador de inflación de la Fed
Un indicador de inflación que la Reserva Federal observa atentamente tuvo un incremento mínimo el mes pasado, señal de que las presiones sobre los precios se enfriaron tras dos meses de fuertes aumentos.
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Snow Forecast Map Shows Chances of White Christmas in Your State
A recent AccuWeather report forecast precipitation on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
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Elon Musk Tweeted a Spending Bill to Death
Buying the US presidency has never been so blatant.
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El gran Año Santo del papa agrava la crisis de vivienda por el exceso de turismo en Roma
A pesar de su gran belleza, Roma difícilmente es una metrópolis moderna europea.
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Germany Christmas market attack latest: US 'shocked' by incident
The U.S. was "shocked and saddened" by Friday's deadly suspected terrorist attack at a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg, a U.S. spokesperson said.
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Adams’ ex-aid Ingrid Lewis-Martin hosts NYC toy drive, sings Beyoncé’s ‘Cuff It’ — day after she was hit with bribery charges
One day after Lewis-Martin was charged in a scathing indictment and slapped with cuffs after surrendering to authorities, the embattled ex-top aide was spotted at her decked-out holiday toy drive at the Paerdegat Yacht Club dreadfully belting out the lyrics to Beyoncé's “Cuff It.”
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