New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges has signed a four-year, $150 million contract extension, slightly below his maximum potential. This move allows the Knicks roster flexibility for future improvements. Bridges, a key player in the team's recent Eastern Conference Finals appearance, averaged 17.6 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.4 assists...
Israeli forces are withholding the body of Awdah Hathaleen, killed by an Israeli settler on Monday, pending the family's acceptance of restrictive funeral conditions. These include limiting attendees to 15 and prohibiting a mourning tent near his home. The family has refused. The army initially declared the mourning...
Federal judges are facing a surge in threats and harassment, including pizza deliveries to their homes in the name of Judge Esther Salas' deceased son, Daniel Anderl. This follows a 2020 attack on Salas' home. Judges, including Salas, McConnell, Coughenour, and Lasnik, have reported threats, including death threats and...
The Senate Appropriations Committee approved a $400 million increase to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) budget for fiscal year 2026, defying President Trump's proposed $18 billion cut. The committee rejected the administration's plans to consolidate NIH institutes and alter university research funding. The bipartisan vote (26-3) included...
Amazon MGM Studios has tapped Steven Knight, creator of Peaky Blinders, to write the script for the next James Bond film. Denis Villeneuve will direct. The announcement follows Amazon's acquisition of MGM and its subsequent gaining of creative control over the franchise. While a director is confirmed,...
Apple exceeded expectations in its third-quarter earnings report, announcing record revenue of $94 billion, surpassing estimates by $4.7 billion. iPhone sales also outperformed predictions at $44.58 billion. This positive news sent Apple's stock price up 2% in after-hours trading, offering a much-needed boost after a year-to-date decline of...
The San Diego Padres acquired star closer Mason Miller and lefty JP Sears from the Oakland Athletics in a blockbuster trade. The Padres sent top shortstop prospect Leo De Vries, along with pitchers Braden Nett, Henry Baez, and Eduarniel Nunez, to Oakland. Miller, a dominant reliever with a high...
President Trump's long-held plan to construct a new White House ballroom is moving forward. Construction, costing $200 million funded by Trump and other donors, begins this September. The 90,000-square-foot ballroom will replace the East Wing and accommodate 650 guests, addressing the current need for larger event spaces. Trump...
Battlefield 6, releasing October 10, 2025, had its multiplayer gameplay revealed. The reveal showcased classic classes, enhanced vehicle controls, advanced destruction mechanics, and nine launch maps including a remastered Operation Firestorm. An open beta is scheduled for August 9-10 and 14-17, with early access on August 7-8 via...
The New York Mets acquired center fielder Cedric Mullins from the Baltimore Orioles before the trade deadline. In exchange, the Mets sent three minor league relievers: Raimon Gomez, Chandler Marsh, and Anthony Nuñez. Mullins, a left-handed hitter, provides an offensive upgrade in center field, addressing a Mets' need....
