Columbia University agreed to pay a $200 million fine and make various concessions to the Trump administration to secure its federal research funding. This deal, described as extortion by some, includes allowing monitoring of admissions and Middle Eastern studies, effectively ending the university's academic independence. The agreement sets...
The Miami Dolphins addressed their cornerback shortage by signing free agents Jack Jones and Mike Hilton. This follows season-ending injuries to Artie Burns and BJ Adams. Jones, recently released by the Raiders, and Hilton, a former Bengal, will compete for starting roles. The Dolphins released other cornerbacks earlier...
Retail investors fueled a meme-stock rally this week, pouring money into heavily shorted, struggling companies like Opendoor and Kohl's. A "conservative" investor wagered $20,000 on Opendoor, while a student invested $2,000 in Kohl's options. This surge in activity, even with record S&P 500 highs, highlights the influence of...
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields, who dislocated a toe last Thursday, returned to limited practice on Saturday. He participated in positional drills and 7-on-7, completing eight of nine passes, but was held out of full team drills as a precaution. Coach Aaron Glenn described the return as...
New York Yankees star Aaron Judge is undergoing imaging tests on his right elbow after experiencing discomfort throwing. He was out of Saturday's lineup against the Phillies. Judge initially felt pain Tuesday after making a throw, though he played Wednesday as DH. His absence would be a significant...
French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, filed a US defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens for spreading the false claim that Brigitte is a man named Jean-Michel Trogneux. This follows a French court case where two women who propagated the rumor were initially found guilty but later acquitted...
Facing political pressure, President Trump ordered the release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein, prompting the Justice Department to file motions in federal courts. While some believe this will shed light on Epstein's crimes and potential co-conspirators, legal experts argue that more comprehensive files, including FBI interviews...
Tesla confirms its more affordable model, potentially a simplified Model Y, will launch in Q4 2025, starting around $36,000. Production was delayed due to prioritizing current model sales with US tax credits and factory retooling. The car will likely feature cost-cutting measures like textile seats and fewer amenities....
Hong Kong authorities issued arrest warrants for 19 overseas-based activists, the largest such action yet, accusing them of subversion under the national security law. The activists, including businessman Elmer Yuen and commentator Victor Ho, allegedly participated in the pro-democracy "Hong Kong Parliament." Authorities claim the group aimed to...
Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and his roommate, receiver DK Metcalf, have established unusual nighttime toilet rules at training camp. Due to the loud flushing sound in their dorm, Rodgers requested no nighttime flushes. Metcalf humorously recounted texting Rodgers for permission before flushing. The unusual arrangement highlights the...
