MLB Announcer Ben McDonald Hospitalized After 25-Foot Fall From Tree Stand MLB Announcer Ben McDonald Hospitalized After 25-Foot Fall From Tree Stand
MLB Announcer Ben McDonald Hospitalized After 25-Foot Fall From Tree Stand Longtime Baltimore Orioles announcer and former MLB pitcher Ben McDonald is recovering from a severe concussion and two fractured vertebrae after falling 25 feet from a deer stand while hunting, he announced Friday. McDonald, 56, shared news of the accident on social media, where he posted a video from his hospital bed along with an update on his condition. This is what a severe concussion looks like and sounds like!🤦‍♂️ (I still don’t remember anything) Apparently I fell out of a deer stand 25 feet up yesterday morning….I’m fine and appreciate everyone checking on me. Very lucky….concus…
'Germans Should’ve Ended Your Kind': Therapist’s Hate-Fueled Message Sparks Outrage 'Germans Should’ve Ended Your Kind': Therapist’s Hate-Fueled Message Sparks Outrage
'Germans Should’ve Ended Your Kind': Therapist’s Hate-Fueled Message Sparks Outrage A Long Island therapist is facing a massive backlash after sending a hate-filled message to a Jewish woman on Instagram that read in part: "Germans should have ended your kind," photos of the since-deleted post said. Now, an organized letter-writing campaign hopes to have her license to practice revoked.  Gineth G. Nelson, who runs Whole Health Counseling in Elmont, Long Island, made the disturbing comment after a Jewish user posted a meme related to Hamas withholding the remains of Israeli hostages, according to Long Island Affair. In a now-deleted reply, Nelson allegedly wrote:&…
Cold Play Kiss Cam Fallout: Astronomer CEO Andy Byron Resigns Cold Play Kiss Cam Fallout: Astronomer CEO Andy Byron Resigns
Cold Play Kiss Cam Fallout: Astronomer CEO Andy Byron Resigns A kiss-cam cameo at a Coldplay show just toppled the top boss at Astronomer. Andy Byron stepped down as chief executive after he and Kristin Cabot, the company’s HR officer, were shown together on the stadium’s “kiss cam” during the band’s Wednesday, July 16 concert at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. Both are married. Video of the moment ricocheted across social media, igniting speculation and forcing the Cincinnati-based DataOps firm into damage-control mode. Astronomer confirmed Byron’s departure Saturday afternoon, July 19, in a statement posted on X. The company wrote that&…
Philly Phanatic Trolls Coldplay Kiss Cam Couple In Hilarious Ballpark Bit (WATCH) Philly Phanatic Trolls Coldplay Kiss Cam Couple In Hilarious Ballpark Bit (WATCH)
Philly Phanatic Trolls Coldplay Kiss Cam Couple In Hilarious Ballpark Bit (Watch) The "Kiss Cam" comes for all of us.  Fresh on the heels of the controversy surrounding a curious video caught on camera at a Coldplay concert, the famed Philly Phanatic had a little fun at their expense. Citizens Bank Park got a little spicier — and a lot funnier — on Friday night as the Phillie Phanatic turned a viral internet scandal into pure ballpark comedy.  Jeff Skversky The Phanatic recreated the awkward moment when Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and the head of HR, Kristin Cabot, were caught on camera at the show before promptly separating and dodging out of view. Vid…
'Rosebud' Sled From 'Citizen Kane' Sold For $14.75M: How Movie History Was Preserved 'Rosebud' Sled From 'Citizen Kane' Sold For $14.75M: How Movie History Was Preserved
'Rosebud' Sled From 'Citizen Kane' Sold For $14.75M: How Movie History Was Preserved A long-lost piece of cinematic history has been auctioned off for nearly $15 million. The "Rosebud" sled from the 1941 movie Citizen Kane was sold for $14.75 million on Wednesday, July 16, according to Heritage Auctions. The sale was part of a four-day entertainment auction in Dallas. The sale makes Rosebud the second most valuable movie prop ever sold. It only trails Dorothy's ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz," which were purchased for $32.5 million in December 2024. The sled once belonged to "Gremlins" director Joe Dante. It was one of only three sleds known to exist from t…
Trump Diagnosed With Circulation Disorder: Doctors Reveal What It Means For His Presidency Trump Diagnosed With Circulation Disorder: Doctors Reveal What It Means For His Presidency
Trump Diagnosed With Circulation Disorder: Doctors Reveal What It Means For His Presidency The White House announced this week that President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with the circulatory condition chronic venous insufficiency. Here's how that could impact his presidency. According to The Cleveland Clinic, the disorder is caused by vein damage in the legs. Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) happens when your leg veins become damaged and can’t work as they should. Normally, valves in your leg veins keep blood flowing back up to your heart. But CVI damages those valves, causing blood to pool in your legs. This increases pressure in your leg veins and causes symptoms li…
WATCH: Rory McIlroy Hits Bizarre Trick Shot After Striking Hidden Ball at The Open WATCH: Rory McIlroy Hits Bizarre Trick Shot After Striking Hidden Ball at The Open
Watch: Rory McIlroy Hits Bizarre Trick Shot After Striking Hidden Ball at The Open Rory McIlroy's surge up the leaderboard at the Open Championship took a strange turn when he accidentally made a trick shot on the 11th hole. While sitting in a tough part of the course at Royal Portrush, the Irish golfer took a swing in the rough that got him back on the fairway — but another ball was unearthed during the shot.  "Have you ever seen anything like that?" McIlroy exclaimed in a video that went viral online. “Have you ever seen anything like that?” Rory to Bones walking down the 11th.No we have not. 😅 pic.twitter.com/n3vK2B1jtF — GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) July 19, 2025 "…
Sports Memorabilia Mogul Dies By Suicide After Admitting $350M Counterfeit Scam: ‘I Wanted Out’ Sports Memorabilia Mogul Dies By Suicide After Admitting $350M Counterfeit Scam: ‘I Wanted Out’
Sports Memorabilia Mogul Dies By Suicide After Admitting $350M Counterfeit Scam: ‘I Wanted Out’ A well-known sports memorabilia dealer who fessed up to selling counterfeit items to the tune of $350 million was found dead this week after police conducted a raid on his property in Indiana. Brett Lemieux, 45, the founder of Mister ManCave, penned a chilling message in a since-deleted Facebook post on the "Autographs 101" group where he boasted about his exploits before his body was located after a reported suicide on Wednesday, July 16. Heartbreaking Loss of a Childhood Friend Today, I received some incredibly disturbing and heartbreaking news: my... Posted by Clement Lehman on …
Three Shows Canceled As NBC Clears Space For New Fall Lineup Three Shows Canceled As NBC Clears Space For New Fall Lineup
Three Shows Canceled As NBC Clears Space For New Fall Lineup A programming shake-up at NBC is leaving viewers with three fewer dramas to watch when the network’s new schedule debuts in the fall. Network executives confirmed they have pulled the plug on Suits: LA, Found, and The Irrational, each for a different mix of ratings woes and strategic realities.  The trio’s departure opens primetime real estate just as NBC prepares to lean harder into live sports, particularly NBA basketball. Suits: LA” a spin-off of the surprise-hit Suits, exits after a single season. Nielsen tracking shows the legal dramedy never matched its predecessor’s Netflix-fue…
Taylor Swift's Music Career Explored 'Album By Album' In New Book: See What's Inside Taylor Swift's Music Career Explored 'Album By Album' In New Book: See What's Inside
Taylor Swift's Music Career Explored 'Album By Album' In New Book: See What's Inside Taylor Swift's music is finally hers – and a new book looks into how every album, lyric, and bridge helped build her into a global force. Culture journalists Kase Wickman, Joanna Weiss, and Moira McAvoy will release a book called "Taylor Swift: Album by Album" on Tuesday, Oct. 7. The book explores the music that powered Swift's fame, with chapters covering all 11 of her albums, from her 2006 debut to 2024's "The Tortured Poets Department." The book's release comes shortly after Swift announced that she fully acquired ownership of her original master recordings, music videos, conce…
From Sun To Sudden Downpours: Timing Weekend Storm Threat In Northeast From Sun To Sudden Downpours: Timing Weekend Storm Threat In Northeast
From Sun To Sudden Downpours: Timing Weekend Storm Threat In Northeast A one-two frontal punch will turn an otherwise summer-perfect weekend into a moving target of pop-up thunderstorms that could lash parts of the Northeast with winds up to 60 mph. The National Weather Service warns that a warm front sliding through late Saturday, July 19, will be the opening act, capable of sparking isolated to spotty showers and rumbles of thunder after sunset.  Most of the day will feature a mix of clouds and sunshine, with seasonal temps giving outdoor plans the green light — at least until nightfall. The main event arrives Sunday, July 20, when a trailing cold…
Transgender Athlete Sues Princeton After Being Pulled From Race Minutes Before Start Transgender Athlete Sues Princeton After Being Pulled From Race Minutes Before Start
Transgender Athlete Sues Princeton After Being Pulled From Race Minutes Before Start A transgender RIT track and field athlete who registered to run in a meet hosted by Princeton University was pulled from the competition minutes before her race, according to a newly filed lawsuit. Rising senior Sadie Schreiner, 21, of Hillsborough, alleges she was barred from competing in the women’s 200-meter dash at the Larry Ellis Invitational on May 3, because of her gender identity, despite meeting the official time requirements and properly registering, according to the civil complaint filed in Mercer County Superior Court. “Princeton would not allow her to run solely because she was…
God Save The Scene: CBGB Fest Unleashes Iggy Pop, Sex Pistols, Jack White God Save The Scene: CBGB Fest Unleashes Iggy Pop, Sex Pistols, Jack White
God Save The Scene: CBGB Fest Unleashes Iggy Pop, Sex Pistols, Jack White CBGB lives again this fall as legends and loud guitars take over Brooklyn, NY for one night of pure rock-and-roll chaos. On September 27, the CBGB Festival will light up Under the K Bridge Park with a lineup straight out of your wildest punk dreams headlined by Iggy Pop, the Sex Pistols, and Jack White, the shape-shifting rock innovator behind The White Stripes, Dead Weather, and Raconteurs. This isn’t just a concert: It’s a full-blown revival of the spirit born at 315 Bowery in the ’70s, when CBGB launched icons like Blondie and the Ramones. The club may have shut its doors in 200…
Highly Contagious Variants Drive COVID-19 Uptick In These States Highly Contagious Variants Drive COVID-19 Uptick In These States
Highly Contagious Variants Drive Covid-19 Uptick In These States Fresh surveillance shows COVID-19 is quietly heating up at the height of summer, fueling concerns about travel plans and back-to-school prep. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) time-varying reproductive number dashboard, seven states now have a rate above 1.2, meaning each infected person is, on average, passing the virus to more than one other individual.  Louisiana tops the list with an Rt of 1.28, followed closely by Florida (1.24), Nevada (1.22), and Hawaii (1.21). Texas, Mississippi and Alabama are hovering just above the 1.15 mark, signali…
New Worldwide Survey Reveals Top-Ranked US City New Worldwide Survey Reveals Top-Ranked US City
New Worldwide Survey Reveals Top-Ranked US City They’re vibrant, unforgettable, and according to thousands of travelers, worth visiting again and again. Travel + Leisure has unveiled its 2025 list of the world’s best cities, based on votes from its readers — and one destination in Mexico claimed the top spot for the second year in a row. The annual rankings spotlight cities that blend atmosphere, history, hotels, dining, culture, and bang-for-your-buck value.  In this year’s survey, voters particularly favored cities in Asia and Latin America, with seven of the top 10 located in Asia and six in Latin America. While beloved global …
Americans' Surprising Health Priorities Revealed In New Survey Americans' Surprising Health Priorities Revealed In New Survey
Americans' Surprising Health Priorities Revealed In New Survey Forget chasing six-packs and perfect angles. More Americans are turning inward. A new survey finds that nearly eight in 10 people now prioritize how they feel over how they look, and they’re making daily changes to prove it. The poll of 2,000 adults found 77 percent said they care more about internal wellness than outward appearance.  Many are adopting small habits to support that goal, including getting better sleep, eating nourishing meals, and moving their bodies in ways that simply feel good. The shift reflects a growing interest in gut health and mind-body connection. In fa…
Fires Prompt Recall Of E-Bike Batteries Sold On Amazon, Walmart Fires Prompt Recall Of E-Bike Batteries Sold On Amazon, Walmart
Fires Prompt Recall Of E-Bike Batteries Sold On Amazon, Walmart Tens of thousands of lithium-ion batteries sold with electric bicycles have been recalled due to fire and burn hazards. VIVI has issued the recall for about 24,000 lithium-ion batteries for e-bikes, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, July 17. The batteries can overheat, increasing the risk of injury or death. At least 14 incidents have been reported, including three fires. No injuries have been reported, according to the CPSC. The recall affects 36-volt lithium-ion batteries sold with more than a dozen VIVI e-bike models. Buyers can find the e-bike…
Obamas, Larry David Join Forces For New HBO Series Offering Hilarious Take On History Obamas, Larry David Join Forces For New HBO Series Offering Hilarious Take On History
Obamas, Larry David Join Forces For New HBO Series Offering Hilarious Take On History HBO is letting Larry David loose on American history, and the country may never look at 1776 the same way again.  The Emmy-winning curmudgeon behind Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm will headline and executive-produce an untitled sketch-comedy miniseries from Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground production company, the network announced. The six-episode, half-hour project is being timed to the United States’ semiquincentennial celebration in 2026. According to the official logline, the former first couple set out to craft a reverent tribute to the nation’s 250th birthday “... but…
Few Expect Those Connected To Child Sex Offender Jeffrey Epstein Will Face Justice, Poll Says Few Expect Those Connected To Child Sex Offender Jeffrey Epstein Will Face Justice, Poll Says
Few Expect Those Connected To Child Sex Offender Jeffrey Epstein Will Face Justice, Poll Says A new poll shows Americans have all but given up on seeing anyone in financier and convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s orbit hauled into court, underscoring deepening public distrust of the government’s official narrative about the disgraced financier’s 2019 death. The nationwide YouGov survey of 7,237 adults, conducted Tuesday, July 8, and Wednesday, July 9, found just 15 percent are “very” or “somewhat” confident that “all people connected with Epstein who are alleged to have committed sex crimes will be thoroughly investigated.”  A full 67 percent said they are “not very”…
'What Would You Do?' Rapper Robbie Pardlo Of 'City High' Dead At 46: Report 'What Would You Do?' Rapper Robbie Pardlo Of 'City High' Dead At 46: Report
'What Would You Do?' Rapper Robbie Pardlo Of 'City High' Dead At 46: Report Robbie Pardlo, the lead singer of the Grammy-nominated R&B group City High, has died at the age of 46 in Willingboro, NJ, TMZ reports, citing a representative for the artist. Condolences flooded the comments of Pardlo’s final Instagram post a day before TMZ broke the news. Pardlo’s voice helped define the early 2000s with “What Would You Do?” — a raw anthem that tackled poverty, addiction, and survival. The song soared up the charts and made City High, a Willingboro-based group, a household name. View this post on Instagram A post shared …
Portnoy Goes On CT Pizzeria 'One Bite' Blitz: Here's Who Scored Highest Portnoy Goes On CT Pizzeria 'One Bite' Blitz: Here's Who Scored Highest
Portnoy Goes On CT Pizzeria 'One Bite' Blitz: Here's Who Scored Highest Dave Portnoy didn’t just come to New Haven for a slice — he came to reaffirm its throne.  The Barstool Sports "El Presidente” made a whirlwind stop through six pizzerias around the New Haven region, tossing out ratings and raising crusts like a pizza pope on tour.  Portnoy, who’s munched his way across the country, calls the Elm City area a “Dave Portnoy stronghold” — a bold, sauce-splattered badge of honor in a town that takes its pie as seriously as its history. Portnoy has made several visits to New Haven, handing out massive scores. The top three: Sally's Apizza earned a 9.2 …
Man Pulled Into MRI Machine Dies From Injuries After Freak NY Accident Man Pulled Into MRI Machine Dies From Injuries After Freak NY Accident
Man Pulled Into MRI Machine Dies From Injuries After Freak NY Accident A 61-year-old man who was critically injured after being pulled into an MRI machine on Long Island has died. The incident happened around 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 16, at Nassau Open MRI on Old Country Road, as Daily Voice reported. The man entered the MRI room while a scan was already in progress—an area he was not authorized to be in. Because he was wearing a large metallic chain around his neck, the machine’s powerful magnetic force drew him in, causing what authorities described as a “medical episode.” Emergency personnel responded to the facility after a 911 caller reported a victim i…
Mystery Illness Sickens Over 140 On Royal Caribbean Cruise, CDC Investigates Mystery Illness Sickens Over 140 On Royal Caribbean Cruise, CDC Investigates
Mystery Illness Sickens Over 140 On Royal Caribbean Cruise, CDC Investigates A dream vacation quickly turned into a nightmare for more than 140 people aboard Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas when a mysterious illness swept through the ship during a week-long cruise. The gastrointestinal outbreak, which affected 134 of the 3,914 passengers and seven crew members, was reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday, July 11, the day the ship returned to Los Angeles after departing on Friday, July 4.  Those who fell ill during the voyage to Mexico experienced symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps, though the …
‘He Died A Hero’: Former MLB Prospect Drowns Saving Strangers As Family Watches ‘He Died A Hero’: Former MLB Prospect Drowns Saving Strangers As Family Watches
‘He Died A Hero’: Former MLB Prospect Drowns Saving Strangers As Family Watches Chase Childers, a former Baltimore Orioles minor league prospect, died a hero in South Carolina after rushing into floodwaters to save a group of swimmers — sacrificing his life to protect theirs. According to Pawleys Island Police, officers received a 911 call at approximately 4:45 p.m. on Sunday, July 13, reporting “multiple swimmers in distress near Shell Road Ocean.”  One man — later identified as Childers — was missing, and a search was immediately launched by police, Midway Fire Rescue, and the US Coast Guard. At approximately 6:15 p.m., rescue teams recovered Childers' body fro…
Plane Slides Off Runway At Hartford-Brainard Airport Plane Slides Off Runway At Hartford-Brainard Airport
Plane Slides Off Runway At Hartford-Brainard Airport A small single-engine airplane skidded off the runway while landing at Hartford-Brainard Airport, the Connecticut Airport Authority said.  The incident happened around 1:45 p.m. on Friday, July 18. Hartford-Brainard Airport temporarily closed following the incident, but a secondary runway reopened for aircraft use just before 4 p.m., the CAA said.  Hartford firefighters were dispatched to the scene, but were not needed, authorities said.  Hartford Fire Department District Chief Mario Oquendo Jr. told CTInsider that the aircraft's front landing gear failed to d…
Company Breaks Silence After CEO, HR Chief Seen Cuddling At New England Coldplay Show Company Breaks Silence After CEO, HR Chief Seen Cuddling At New England Coldplay Show
Company Breaks Silence After CEO, HR Chief Seen Cuddling At New England Coldplay Show It's been far from "Paradise" for Astronomer after the company's CEO and human resources chief were spotted having a suspected affair at a Coldplay concert. Searches for the word "Astronomer" exploded in the aftermath of the scandalous moment caught on camera at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. According to Google Trends, the term saw very little traffic until interest surged on the morning of Thursday, July 17. The New York artificial intelligence firm's CEO, Andy Byron, and chief people officer, Kristin Cabot, appeared on the "kiss cam" during Coldplay's show on Wednesday, July…
Cops Called On ESPN's Chris Russo During Airport Meltdown Over Son’s Missing Golf Clubs Cops Called On ESPN's Chris Russo During Airport Meltdown Over Son’s Missing Golf Clubs
Cops Called On ESPN's Chris Russo During Airport Meltdown Over Son’s Missing Golf Clubs Longtime ESPN host and sports radio legend Chris “Mad Dog” Russo is known for his animated rants, but his latest outburst took place far from the studio. Russo, 65, recounted a chaotic scene on First Take Wednesday, July 16, following his return from a golf trip to Scotland with his son, Tim Russo, an assistant basketball coach at Northern Arizona University. It all went down at London’s Heathrow Airport, where, according to Russo, police were called over a luggage debacle involving his son’s golf clubs. What was supposed to be a father-son bonding trip flying across the Atlantic to hit th…
NJ Grandfather Killed In Lightning Strike While Doing What He Loved NJ Grandfather Killed In Lightning Strike While Doing What He Loved
NJ Grandfather Killed In Lightning Strike While Doing What He Loved Tributes are pouring in for Robert Montgomery, a 61-year-old New Jersey resident killed on Wednesday, July 16, when he was struck by lightning while volunteering at an archery event. Montgomery, of Cinnaminson, worked as an engineer and was passionate about his career, according to his obituary from the Givnish Funeral Home website.  An animal lover, Montgomery was devoted to his three dogs, Mia, Franco and Vedder, walking them every day, his obituary reads. "They became his constant companions and a source of joy," according to his obituary. "Robert will be deeply missed by their thr…
CT Mom Charged With Killing Her Baby Boy In Drunken I-91 Crash: Police CT Mom Charged With Killing Her Baby Boy In Drunken I-91 Crash: Police
CT Mom Charged With Killing Her Baby Boy In Drunken I-91 Crash: Police Just days before his first birthday, 11-month-old Isiah Ortiz was killed in an overnight crash on I-91 in Enfield. Now, his mother is facing serious charges, including manslaughter, authorities said.  Fransheska Stuart, 30, of Meriden, was arrested on Tuesday, July 15. Nearly 18 months after she crashed her 2006 Honda Accord just before 2 a.m. on Dec. 10, 2023, near Exit 45 southbound when she lost control, hit a guardrail, and the car flipped onto its side, Connecticut State Police said.  When emergency crews arrived, the metal of the car was compressing Stuart’s c…
3 Sheriff’s Deputies Killed In Explosion At LA Training Facility 3 Sheriff’s Deputies Killed In Explosion At LA Training Facility
3 Sheriff’s Deputies Killed In Explosion At LA Training Facility A routine morning at a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department training center turned deadly when a powerful explosion ripped through the facility, killing three deputies and sending shockwaves through the law enforcement community. The blast erupted just before 7:30 a.m. Friday, July 18, at the Biscailuz Training Center in Monterey Park, a site that houses the department’s Special Enforcement Bureau and bomb squad, according to the Los Angeles Times. It was the department's biggest loss of life incident since 1857. The explosion occurred as members of the bomb squad were moving explosives…
Volunteer Firefighter Electrocuted During NY Crash Response: 'World Lost A Great Man' Volunteer Firefighter Electrocuted During NY Crash Response: 'World Lost A Great Man'
Volunteer Firefighter Electrocuted During NY Crash Response: 'World Lost A Great Man' A community is in mourning following the death of a New York firefighter who lost his life while responding to an emergency call. Jason McGlone, an assistant chief of the East Branch Volunteer Fire Department in Delaware County, died while responding to a car crash on Route 30 on Thursday night, July 17, the department confirmed. McGlone, a Long Island native from South Huntington who had made East Branch his home, was among the first responders dispatched to the scene around 9:30 p.m. when a vehicle reportedly crashed into a telephone pole. In a heartbreaking series of events, a fellow fi…