Politics

‘Potentially scary’ link between nose picking and Alzheimer’s
Well, it’snot good news for most people. Some 90% of the population picks their nose — sometimes several times a day. This may seem like a harmless habit, but...
Exclusive | Rep. Andy Barr stays on top with $6.4M campaign war chest for Senate race to replace Mitch McConnell
WASHINGTON — Rep. Andy Barr (R-Ky.) raked in almost $1.4 million in campaign donations last quarter, amassing a more than $6.42 million war chest in the closely watched 2026...
US Marshals join search to locate ‘West Wing’ actor Timothy Busfield following child sex abuse charges
The US Marshals Service has joined in the hunt to locate Timothy Busfield after a warrant was issued for the actor’s arrest in New Mexico in connection with child sex abuse...
Dear Abby: My grandson estranged himself from our family — should I try to keep in touch?
DEAR ABBY: My grandson “Ethan” and his fiancee lived with his mother until four years ago. When they moved out, they decided not to give his parents their new...
Exclusive | Anti-ICE policies, a tuition freeze, expanded child care and other exclusive details from Hochul’s 2026 agenda
ALBANY – Gov. Kathy Hochul’s “State of the State” agenda for 2026 will include new policies barring ICE at “sensitive locations,” allowing upstate cities to test autonomous vehicles, a...
Michael Kay calls out Pat McAfee’s criticism of sports journalists after viral Jaguars exchange
Michael Kay took exception to some of Pat McAfee’s criticisms of traditional sports journalism during his radio show, pushing back on the popular ESPN talk host’s comments, calling sports...
Rangers running out of answers as lack of mental fortitude can no longer be ignored
The Rangers leadership group has done an admirable job articulating themselves through what has been a frustrating season thus far. After whiffing on an opportunity to atone for their...
Son, 19, who was sole survivor in father’s murder-suicide rampage dies unexpectedly week after starting college
A 19-year-old man who was the sole survivor in his father’s murder-suicide rampage, that claimed the lives of his three younger siblings and parents, died unexpectedly at his extended...
Mike Kafka to interview for Buccaneers coordinator job after surprising lack of head coach interest
Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka will interview for the Buccaneers offensive coordinator vacancy, according to a Fox Sports report. Kafka interviewed last week for the Giants’ full-time head...
Julia Roberts, ‘Heated Rivalry’ stars celebrate at CAA’s Golden Globes party
After the Golden Globes red carpet was rolled up and the last shiny gold statuettes were presented, celebrations of film and TV’s biggest stars continued at top Hollywood agency...
Mayor Mamdani just joined the nurses’ picket line against HIMSELF
In joining striking private-hospital nurses on the picket line Monday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani forgot that he’s the city’s chief executive — and so part of the management the union...
Mets had positive Kyle Tucker meeting as competition for outfielder heats up
The Mets interest in Kyle Tucker is serious enough to have warranted a meeting. David Stearns and crew met recently over Zoom with baseball’s top free agent, sources confirmed,...