How Haruki Murakami and other writers are grappling with our surreal post-pandemic reality
Vet sounds alarm over ‘super toxic’ Christmas decoration that could kill your pets: ‘A matter of life and death’
"They can cause a heart attack and even death," Dr. Carol Osborne warned of the dangerous decoration.
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Seahawks starting center Connor Williams abruptly retires at 27
Connor Williams has retired from the NFL at just 27 years old, Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed.
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Bill Maher says ‘r——d’ Democrats blew 2024 election with woke issues: ‘Stop screaming at people’
"Democrats have become like a royal family that, because of so much incest, has unfortunately had children who are r------d."
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Teen sues Citi Bike for $15M over brake-related NYC crash that broke jaw
Akera Williams, of Trinidad, was riding along Eastern Parkway on the approach to Nostrand Avenue in Crown Heights on Aug. 15 when she was hurt.
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Is Wokeness One Big Power Grab?
Behind much social-justice discourse is a self-interested struggle for power.
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Book excerpt: "A Certain Idea of America" by Peggy Noonan
In her new collection of Wall Street Journal columns, Pulitzer Prize-winner Peggy Noonan writes about the history and character of our nation, threats to the social fabric, and the "better angels" of our democracy.
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Trump, the 2028 Olympics and what it all means for L.A.
Trump's election could be a boon for the 2028 Olympics. It could also spell disaster.
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How one NYC school is challenging DEI dogma — and shaping the leaders of tomorrow
DEI programs, as traditionally practiced, can be divisive, placing students into rigid roles that can drive them apart instead of bringing them together.
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South Carolina vs. Indiana prediction: College basketball picks, odds
Expect a low-scoring rock fight.
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‘The Polar Express’ at 20: Is This Holiday Perennial Still the Uncanniest Valley?
Today, the off-puttingly uncanny qualities of Polar Express almost seem quaint.
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How Hollywood Is Failing Young Men
On-screen depictions of masculinity have changed over time.
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Undefeated Chiefs have 1972 Dolphins’ attention and respect: ‘Same design that we had’
The Chiefs will be in Buffalo on Sunday night as two-point underdogs, Mahomes versus Josh Allen renewing their epic rivalry, and you better believe that ’72 Dolphins fullback Larry Csonka, 78 next month, and guard Larry Little, 79 years young now, will be watching from their respective homes.
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What’s Behind Trump’s Controversial Cabinet Picks
Trump’s nominees share two main attributes: loyalty and loathing.
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Meet the woman who blows kisses to unsuspecting subway riders in NYC — see how they react
“I hear about all the bad stuff going on on the train, so I just wanted to put myself out there by spreading love,” lifelong Bronxite Tamia Jones told The Post between air kisses at the 50th Street B/D/F/M station this week.
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What is a Charlotte Russe cake?
What is a Charlotte Russe? The pastry confection has been in the news this week after Whoopi Goldberg claimed a bakery refused to make them for her birthday due to politics.
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Bill Maher Skewers Democrats Over ‘Stupid’ Policies That Got Trump Elected
"When you’re in a hole, stop digging. [Don't] keep digging," said the HBO host.
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Military suicides were on the rise last year, despite a massive investment in prevention programs
Military suicides ticked up once again last year, following a dark long-term trend where the Pentagon has struggled to make meaningful progress.
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Wasserman Schultz sparks backlash for claiming Tulsi Gabbard is a Russian asset
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., is facing backlash online for claiming that Tulsi Gabbard, President-elect Trump’s pick for Director of National Intelligence (DNI), is “likely a Russian asset."
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Fire engulfs hospital ward in northern India, killing 10 newborn babies
A fire tears through a neonatal intensive care unit in a hospital in northern India, killing 10 newborn babies and injuring 16 others.
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Ex-rapper Shyne, who was involved in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs club shooting, prays jailed mentor is ‘able to reform’
Shyne, who is now a politician in Belize, tells Page Six he feels no satisfaction in seeing Combs behind bars.
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Arizona state Senate candidate John McLean killed in suspected DUI crash: ‘True public servant’
A Democratic candidate for a seat in the Arizona Senate was killed in an early morning DUI crash in Tucson on Friday, police confirmed.
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Israeli troops reach deepest point in Lebanon since Oct. 1 invasion, Lebanese media say
Israeli ground forces have reached their deepest point in Lebanon since invading six weeks ago but pulled back after battles with Hezbollah militants.
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Who Killed Alex Cross’s Wife Maria In ‘Cross’ On Prime Video?
We finally know who killed Alex Cross' wife in Prime Video's Cross series!
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‘Doctor Odyssey’ Episode 7: Drag Queens And John Stamos Are “Hot To Go”
Chappell Roan doesn't board the Odyssey, but her music does!
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Dan Aykroyd reveals the future of ‘Ghostbusters’: ‘We knew it would be successful’
“I think probably they're going to move on to advancing it beyond the originals, which they should,” Aykroyd said
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Vanderpump Dog Foundation Gala: Lisa Vanderpump, Trixie Mattel, Lance Bass and more
Lisa Vanderpump, Trixie Mattel, and Lance Bass are among the stars who attended the 6th Annual Vanderpump Dog Foundation Gala.
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NYC students’ futures could be derailed over delayed vote on specialized HS exam
Eight of New York City's elite, specialized high schools could be without a freshman class in 2026 if a contract to provide the admissions exam is not approved next week, parents fear.
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Dolly Parton's older brother, David Wilburn Parton, dead at 82
Dolly Parton's older brother, David Wilburn Parton, died at the age of 82. A cause of death was not revealed. A spokesperson for Dolly did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
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Netflix streaming debacle for Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight sparks concern for Christmas NFL games
Netflix has about six weeks to figure it out.
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American Kakistocracy
Italy knows a thing or two about what the United States faces—but there are key differences between the two countries’ experiences.
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Antonio Brown’s live stream of Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight saved 7.6 million fans from Netflix issues
As buffering issues threw Netflix’s viewers of the Jake Paul- Mike Tyson fight into fury, the boxing world was placated by an X livestream from an unlikely hero from AT&T Stadium in Antonio Brown.
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A brunch that leaves vegetable lovers sighing is back
Kismet's scones and big, Turkish-inspired brunch plate are back, plus check out the lineup for the 101 Best L.A. Restaurants reveal party
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‘The Great British Baking Show’ “‘70s Week” Was So Wild I Wondered If Cocaine Invaded The Tent
Alison’s antics, collapsed cakes, and too much booze for even Prue!
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I Had a Simple Rule for My Kid. I Now Realize What a Hypocrite I Am.
I was worried about my daughter becoming a device addict—but I might have been the biggest one of all.
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Why Puerto Rico’s statehood referendum was a ploy for Democrat seats in Congress
The non-binding vote was all about boosting Democratic reprentation.
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BetMGM Bonus Code NYP1600DM: Score a deposit match up to $1.5K for any event, including UFC 309 Jones vs. Miocic
Sign up with a BetMGM bonus code to unlock an exciting welcome offer, available for any event, including the Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic fight at UFC 309.
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Kate Upton shares concerning message about a ‘drunk and high’ dad in cryptic scenario: ‘Is this an emergency?’
"Truly asking ... lawyers/judges/advocates/law enforcement/ parents," the supermodel added alongside the mysterious message via her Instagram Story.
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Jake Paul Beats Mike Tyson In Underwhelming Netflix Fight Plagued By Streaming Glitches
"I didn't want to hurt somebody that didn't need to be hurt," said Paul after the fight.
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Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Live On Netflix: See All The Stars Who Attended The Fight
Joe Jonas, Shaquille O'Neal, Charlize Theron, and more attend Netflix: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson: See All The Stars Who Attended The Fight
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USPS announces Betty White stamp will be released in 2025
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
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The Inner Lives of Musicians
Learning where famous artists sleep and what they eat is like finally glimpsing the unknowable.
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NYC man wants Air France to pony up $600K for his delayed flights to brother’s funeral: suit
A Staten Island man claims he deserves $600,000 because there were delays during his Air France trip to France to attend his brother's funeral.
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Actress Amanda Seyfried Ditched Living in Los Angeles for the 'Peace' of a Rural Farm
Actress Amanda Seyfried recently explained that she abandoned her home in L.A. for the "privacy, peace, and nature" of her farm in New York, The post Actress Amanda Seyfried Ditched Living in Los Angeles for the ‘Peace’ of a Rural Farm appeared first on Breitbart.
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Assassins in L.A. killed on a budget, police say
The alleged hitmen were sloppy, leaving a trail of evidence, authorities said.
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New candidate emerges in crowded field as possible replacement for Vance's Ohio Senate seat
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is considering attorney Mehek Cooke to fill the seat being left by Sen. JD Vance once he moves on to the White House in January.
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Husband and wife restaurant owners share family recipes in new cookbook
At the critically acclaimed Vietnamese restaurant Madame Vo, every dish is inspired by husband-and-wife owners Jimmy Ly and Yen Vo’s families. Now, they’re sharing the recipes with their first cookbook.
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Russia's Gazprom Shuts Off Natural Gas Shipments to Austria
Russia's state-owned natural gas company Gazprom stopped supplies to Austria early Saturday, according to the Vienna-based utility OMV after it said it would stop payments for the gas following an arbitration award. The post Russia’s Gazprom Shuts Off Natural Gas Shipments to Austria appeared first on Breitbart.
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How Clydesdale horses support a non-profit for fallen soldiers, first responders
Folds of Honor is a non-profit that provides scholarships for the families of fallen and disabled military members and first responders. The organization says no partner is too big or too small — and one key partner’s size is undeniable. Dana Jacobson reports on how Clydesdale horses help support the group’s mission.
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