Gruesome Dolphin Decapitation On Remote East Coast Island Sparks Federal Probe Gruesome Dolphin Decapitation On Remote East Coast Island Sparks Federal Probe
Gruesome Dolphin Decapitation On Remote East Coast Island Sparks Federal Probe Wildlife authorities are offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the capture of whoever decapitated a dolphin off the coast of North Carolina. The incident was reported last week, when a dolphin was found dead — but intact — near a remote island off the Tar Heel State's coast. Days later, however, when experts returned, they discovered the animal had been gruesomely mutilated. “This animal was intentionally decapitated, a violation of the Marine Mammal Protection Act. The remote location where the dolphin was found adds to the difficulty of investigating this incident and the c…
Biden Diagnosed With Aggressive Form Of Cancer That's Spread To The Bone Biden Diagnosed With Aggressive Form Of Cancer That's Spread To The Bone
Biden Diagnosed With Aggressive Form Of Cancer That's Spread To The Bone Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to the bone. Last week, a “small nodule” was found on the 82-year-old Biden's prostate after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms, according to a statement from his personal office released late Sunday afternoon, May 18. The statement went on to say that on Friday, May 16, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone, said the statement.  "While this represents a more aggressive form…
Secret Service Interviews Former FBI Director Over Trump's 'Assassination' Post Secret Service Interviews Former FBI Director Over Trump's 'Assassination' Post
Secret Service Interviews Former FBI Director Over Trump's 'Assassination' Post Agents with the U.S. Secret Service spoke to former FBI Director James Comey after an Instagram post sparked speculation that he was advocating for the assassination of former President Donald Trump, his one-time boss. Last week, Comey posted a photo of seashells arranged to spell out “8647.” The number 86 is often used as slang for “to get rid of” something, NPR reported. In the restaurant industry, it means to eliminate an item from the menu. Many observers interpreted the number 47 as a reference to Trump potentially becoming the 47th president. Comey said in the caption that he found a …
Mexican Navy Cadets, 20 And 22, Killed As Ship Crashes Into Brooklyn Bridge Identified Mexican Navy Cadets, 20 And 22, Killed As Ship Crashes Into Brooklyn Bridge Identified
Mexican Navy Cadets, 20 And 22, Killed As Ship Crashes Into Brooklyn Bridge Identified Two Mexican Navy cadets were killed and 19 others injured when a large sailboat with a tall mast crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge during a mechanical failure on Saturday night, May 17, officials said. Crash After Mechanical Failure The "Cuauhtémoc", a Mexican Navy training ship, had just departed from Pier 17 when it lost steering control around 8:26 p.m., according to the NYPD and preliminary findings from the U.S. Coast Guard, FDNY, and NYC Department of Transportation. The ship drifted into the Brooklyn Bridge, where its masts struck the structure and snapped apart. The vessel was carryi…
Weight-Loss Drug Theory Surfaces After MLB Phillies’ José Alvarado Suspended 80 Games For PEDs Weight-Loss Drug Theory Surfaces After MLB Phillies’ José Alvarado Suspended 80 Games For PEDs
Weight-Loss Drug Theory Surfaces After MLB Phillies’ José Alvarado Suspended 80 Games For PEDs A key Phillies reliever has been suspended for half the season after testing positive for a banned substance, MLB officials announced on Sunday, May 18. José Alvarado, the 28-year-old left-hander known for his firepower out of the bullpen, tested positive for exogenous testosterone, a performance-enhancing drug banned under Major League Baseball’s Joint Prevention and Treatment Program. He was suspended 80 games without pay, effective immediately. Alvarado was off to a strong start in 2025, posting a 4-1 record with seven saves and a 2.70 ERA in 20 games. The hard-throwing reliever is in t…
First US-Born Pope Vows Unity At Historic Inauguration In Rome First US-Born Pope Vows Unity At Historic Inauguration In Rome
First Us-born Pope Vows Unity At Historic Inauguration In Rome In a historic celebration, Pope Leo XIV, the first United States-born pontiff in the nearly 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church, made a pledge to work for unity during his inauguration mass on Sunday, May 18, at St. Peter's Square in Rome. Addressing a crowd of over 200,000, including many world leaders, he expressed gratitude for the support he has received as he steps into his new role after Pope Francis died at age 88 on Easter Monday, April 21. “Following the death of Pope Francis, we felt like sheep without a shepherd," Pope Leo said. "Yet, having received his final blessing on E…
2 Dead, 4 Ejected In NJ Turnpike Crash After 19-Year-Old Driver Loses Control: NJSP 2 Dead, 4 Ejected In NJ Turnpike Crash After 19-Year-Old Driver Loses Control: NJSP
2 Dead, 4 Ejected In NJ Turnpike Crash After 19-Year-Old Driver Loses Control: Njsp Two people were killed and four others seriously injured when an SUV slammed into a tree on the New Jersey Turnpike overnight, authorities said. The crash happened at 1:06 a.m. in the northbound lanes near milepost 13.6 on Sunday, May 18, in Harrison Township, Gloucester County, according to New Jersey State Police Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron. Troopers say 19-year-old Cesar Ivan Martinez-Adino, of Hyattsville, MD, was behind the wheel of an Acura MDX with six people inside when he lost control of the SUV. The car veered off the road, rolled down an embankment, and hit a tree. As a result…
See How Much Each Song Really Costs At 2025's Biggest Concerts, According To Study See How Much Each Song Really Costs At 2025's Biggest Concerts, According To Study
See How Much Each Song Really Costs At 2025's Biggest Concerts, According To Study If you're heading to a summer concert, you might be paying more than ever – not just for the ticket, but for each song you hear. GigaCalculator released a new study about the economics of 2025's biggest tours. The mathematics website tried to find out what fans are actually paying per song and per minute. Concert ticket prices have jumped 45% over the past five years, causing the value of each minute and song to rise. "While fans debate whether concerts are worth the splurge, the numbers expose exactly what you're getting for your hard-earned cash – and it's not a great look for some …
VIDEO: Hundreds Of Teens Brawl At Menlo Park Mall In Edison, 4 Arrested: Mayor VIDEO: Hundreds Of Teens Brawl At Menlo Park Mall In Edison, 4 Arrested: Mayor
Video: Hundreds Of Teens Brawl At Menlo Park Mall In Edison, 4 Arrested: Mayor More than 300 young people gathered at Menlo Park Mall in Edison Saturday night, May 17, when a massive brawl broke out, local officials said. Videos on social media show the frenzy that erupted at the mall at approximately 8 p.m. ‘Four juveniles were arrested for a large brawl that broke out Saturday at Menlo Park Mall in Edison, according to Mayor Sam Joshi.Joshi says over 300 young people gathered at the mall before the fight ensued.’- News 12 New Jersey pic.twitter.com/v5TQX0Qj9P — The Daily Sneed™ (@Tr00peRR) May 18, 2025 According to a statement from Mayor Sam Joshi, police …
Remains Found In Japan Identified As Missing CT Mom Remains Found In Japan Identified As Missing CT Mom
Remains Found In Japan Identified As Missing CT Mom After more than two years of desperate searching, the family of Connecticut mom Pattie Wu-Murad has received confirmation that she is deceased. The 61-year-old mom of three vanished on April 10, 2023, while hiking solo in the Japanese wilderness. For more than two years, her family held out hope—until Friday, May 9, when DNA testing confirmed that remains discovered near a stream were a match. “This confirmation came more than two years after she went missing while hiking in Japan,” her family said in a statement. “Although we had tried to prepare ourselves for this outcome, the finality of…
Walgreens Announces Dozens Of Upcoming Store Closures, Including  2 NJ Locations Walgreens Announces Dozens Of Upcoming Store Closures, Including  2 NJ Locations
Walgreens Announces Dozens Of Upcoming Store Closures, Including 2 NJ Locations Walgreens announced this past fall that it will close about 1,200 stores over three years amid a decline in prescription drug payments and a rise in online competition. About 500 of those closures will be in 2025. Now, the locations of some of the specific stores slated to go out of business are emerging and being posted at walgreens.com. Connecticut East Hartford, 922 Silver Lane: Permanently closing on Tuesday, May 20. East Haven, 157 Main Street: Permanently closing on Thursday, May 22. New Britain, 1350 Stanley Street: Permanently closing on Monday, May 19. New Milford, 173 Danbury R…
Memorial Day Travel Expected To Break 20-Year Record Memorial Day Travel Expected To Break 20-Year Record
Memorial Day Travel Expected To Break 20-Year Record More Americans are planning trips for Memorial Day weekend, with a new forecast suggesting this year could set a new benchmark for holiday travel. AAA projects more than 45 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home during the five-day holiday stretch, making it the busiest Memorial Day weekend for domestic travel since 2005. That year, 44 million people took trips. This year’s forecast includes an estimated 39.4 million people expected to hit the road. Driving remains the preferred travel method for Memorial Day, with roughly 87 percent choosing to travel by car.  Lower-t…
These Are Top 10 Most, Least Obese States, Study Reveals These Are Top 10 Most, Least Obese States, Study Reveals
These Are Top 10 Most, Least Obese States, Study Reveals A new nationwide analysis is shedding light on how states compare when it comes to a major public health challenge, and the results show striking geographic patterns. The report from U.S. News reveals which states are most affected by obesity and which are faring better — a factor that plays a critical role in overall health rankings. The data is part of the 2025 Best States rankings. It is based on self-reported obesity rates from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, a collaboration between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state health departments. Obesi…
NJ Native Shot Dead Execution-Style After Showing Wallet On SEPTA Bus NJ Native Shot Dead Execution-Style After Showing Wallet On SEPTA Bus
NJ Native Shot Dead Execution-Style After Showing Wallet On SEPTA Bus A man was gunned down in cold blood just minutes after showing his wallet on a SEPTA bus — and the suspect was seen rifling through his pockets as he lay dying, authorities announced on Sunday, May 18. Jordan Dale Antrim, 32, of Philadelphia, is charged with First-Degree Murder, Second-Degree Murder, Third-Degree Murder, Robbery, Carrying a Firearm Without a License, and Possessing an Instrument of Crime, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and Lower Providence Township Police Chief Michael Jackson said in a joint statement. The victim was identified as Paul David Ley-Harris…
Firefighter, 22, Dies In Central Jersey Motorcycle Crash: Police Firefighter, 22, Dies In Central Jersey Motorcycle Crash: Police
Firefighter, 22, Dies In Central Jersey Motorcycle Crash: Police A 22-year-old firefighter was killed in a motorcycle crash Saturday evening, May 17 in Central Jersey, his department confirmed. East Brunswick police said only that Robert J. Oross, also known as RJ, was involved in a crash with another vehicle at Summerhill Road and Racetrack Road at around 5:16 p.m.  Oross, of Spotswood, was critically injured and pronounced dead, police said. The driver of the other vehicle was not hurt and remained at the scene, according to the release. Patrolman Ryan Welch and Patrolman Gabriel Gausachs of the Traffic Safety Section are leading the in…
2 Dead In Mexican Navy Ship Crash With Brooklyn Bridge: 'Modern Metaphor' (UPDATE) 2 Dead In Mexican Navy Ship Crash With Brooklyn Bridge: 'Modern Metaphor' (UPDATE)
2 Dead In Mexican Navy Ship Crash With Brooklyn Bridge: 'Modern Metaphor' (Update) Two people are dead and 19 more are injured after a Mexican Navy ship collided with the Brooklyn Bridge Saturday night, May 17, the NYPD confirmed. The crash happened at around 8:26 p.m., when the ship — which had just departed from Pier 17 — suffered a mechanical failure, according to the NYPD. “A preliminary investigation by the NYPD Special Operations Division, FDNY, US Coast Guard, and the NYC Department of Transportation revealed that a naval vessel… experienced a mechanical malfunction,” police said in a statement. “The masts of the vessel then collided with the structure of the Broo…
Bahama Breeze Suddenly Closes 15 Locations Including 4 In NJ Bahama Breeze Suddenly Closes 15 Locations Including 4 In NJ
Bahama Breeze Suddenly Closes 15 Locations Including 4 In NJ Bahama Breeze has suddenly shut down more than a third of its restaurants across the United States, with 15 locations quietly closed this week, according to multiple reports. The closures span 11 states, including Florida, New Jersey (Woodbridge, Toms River, Paramus, Wayne), New York (Lake Grove), Illinois, Massachusetts (Tyngsborough), Michigan, Nevada, and Tennessee, according to USA Today. In a statement to CNN, parent company Darden Restaurants said the closures were “the right decision because it will allow Bahama Breeze to focus on its highest performing restaurants and strengthen the…
Portnoy’s 9.2 Score Sends NYC Slice Joint Into Full Meltdown: 'You Ruined My Spot' Portnoy’s 9.2 Score Sends NYC Slice Joint Into Full Meltdown: 'You Ruined My Spot'
Portnoy’s 9.2 Score Sends NYC Slice Joint Into Full Meltdown: 'You Ruined My Spot' Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has reviewed hundreds of slices — but when he walked out of Ceres Pizza in Manhattan this week, he looked stunned. “This is as good of a slice as you could have,” he said outside of the 164 Mott St. shop. “Just about the best single slice I’ve ever had.” And that wasn't even the official review yet. Portnoy gave the shop's cheese pie a 9.2 — one of the highest scores ever handed out in his One Bite series. “I can’t remember the last time I gave out a 9,” he said. Ceres was launched by chefs Jake Serebnick and Julian Geldmacher, both formerly of Eleven…
Malia Obama Accused Of Copying Work In Nike Ad—Filmmaker Uses Spotlight To Push GoFundMe Malia Obama Accused Of Copying Work In Nike Ad—Filmmaker Uses Spotlight To Push GoFundMe
Malia Obama Accused Of Copying Work In Nike Ad—Filmmaker Uses Spotlight To Push GoFundMe An indie filmmaker who accused Malia Obama of copying her work is using the opportunity to promote a GoFundMe campaign she started for herself last year. Obama has been accused by Laurel, Maryland resident Natalie Jasmine Harris, 27, of copying her work in a 2024 short film "Grace," on a recently released Nike commercial with A'Ja Wilson. The controversial Nike ad. Nike Harris called it "devastating" in a post on social media.  "I'm just going to leave this here." "This is my indie short film, 'Grace,' next to Malia Obama's @Nike @_ajawilson22 commercial," she…
‘He Wanted A Boy’: Husband Who Murdered Pregnant Wife, Attacked 2 Daughters In NY Gets Decades ‘He Wanted A Boy’: Husband Who Murdered Pregnant Wife, Attacked 2 Daughters In NY Gets Decades
‘He Wanted A Boy’: Husband Who Murdered Pregnant Wife, Attacked 2 Daughters In NY Gets Decades A New York man who admitted to brutally stabbing his pregnant wife to death and severely injuring their two young daughters will spend the next three decades behind bars. Drew Garnier, 33, was sentenced to 30 years in prison in Delaware County Court on Tuesday, May 13, for the death of his 29-year-old wife Samantha. The September 4, 2024, attack occurred inside the family’s home on Houck Road in Masonville. Garnier repeatedly stabbed Samantha and the children, according to prosecutors. Samantha died while the two young girls, though gravely injured, survived the attack. While reading his …
Bill Belichick Clears The Air About 24-Year-Old Girlfriend, Nixed HBO Show Bill Belichick Clears The Air About 24-Year-Old Girlfriend, Nixed HBO Show
Bill Belichick Clears The Air About 24-Year-Old Girlfriend, Nixed HBO Show In his first candid interview since a disastrous CBS appearance, Bill Belichick is clearing up rumors about his 24-year-old girlfriend—most notably, reports that she was the reason HBO scrapped its "Hard Knocks" series, which would have followed his new team as it prepares for the season. The eight-time Super Bowl winner and current head coach at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill spoke on the "Pivot" podcast Friday, May 16, about his new book,"The Art of Winning: Lessons From a Life in Football." But it was impossible to ignore the buzz surrounding his girlfriend, Jordon Hudso…
Antonio Brown Detained After Chaotic Miami Boxing Fight, Jokes About CTE On Stream (VIDEO) Antonio Brown Detained After Chaotic Miami Boxing Fight, Jokes About CTE On Stream (VIDEO)
Antonio Brown Detained After Chaotic Miami Boxing Fight, Jokes About CTE On Stream (Video) Beleaguered former NFL star Antonio Brown was in the middle of a highly publicized brawl at a Florida boxing match that spilled onto social media. Brown, 36, the former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver who later bounced around the NFL, was involved in a violent scuffle on Friday night in Miami that had to be broken up — though not before the entire ordeal was caught on camera.  Shnaggys angle is insane wtf pic.twitter.com/IttJ9mDSKn — concrete ⁶𓅓 (@cconcreteboyz) May 17, 2025 Antonio Brown Gets Jumped #antoniobrown #fight pic.twitter.com/P0mA1emwaX — FrontLine Tv (@FrontLineTv…
10 Inmates Escape Through Toilet Hole, Taunt Police: ‘Catch Us When You Can’ 10 Inmates Escape Through Toilet Hole, Taunt Police: ‘Catch Us When You Can’
10 Inmates Escape Through Toilet Hole, Taunt Police: ‘Catch Us When You Can’ Police in Louisiana believe a dramatic prison break that allowed 10 inmates to dash to freedom was the result of an inside job, according to investigators. The inmates escaped from the New Orleans jail early Friday morning, May 16, but jail authorities did not notice they were missing until several hours later. As of Saturday afternoon, Louisiana authorities had tracked down three of the escapees. One was found hiding in the French Quarter, a popular tourist destination in New Orleans, according to the Washington Post. Louisiana State Police guide a hooded Kendall Myles to a chopper…
Trump Tells Walmart to ‘Eat the Tariffs’ After CEO Says Price Hike Coming Trump Tells Walmart to ‘Eat the Tariffs’ After CEO Says Price Hike Coming
Trump Tells Walmart to ‘Eat the Tariffs’ After CEO Says Price Hike Coming Two days after America’s largest retailer, Walmart, said it would raise prices to cover the cost of President Donald Trump’s tariffs, the president responded with a three-word retort: “Eat the tariffs.” In an earnings call on Thursday, May 15, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon told investors that the company would likely need to increase prices on groceries and general merchandise, despite a 2.5 percent increase in first-quarter earnings for 2025. “We will do our best to keep our prices as low as possible,” he said, according to MarketWatch. “But given the magnitude of the tariffs, even at the redu…
Kindergartener Hands Out Alcohol In Jell-O At PA School: Superintendent Kindergartener Hands Out Alcohol In Jell-O At PA School: Superintendent
Kindergartener Hands Out Alcohol In Jell-O At PA School: Superintendent A Pennsylvania kindergartener handed out alcoholic Jell-O cups to classmates at school, alarming parents and prompting a hospital visit, school officials said. The incident happened at Johnstown Elementary School in Cambria County earlier on Wednesday, May 14, according to a statement from Greater Johnstown School District Superintendent Dr. Amy Arcurio. Three students reportedly ingested alcohol from the Jell-O shots before staff intervened. All affected children were evaluated by the school nurse and then taken by EMS to a local hospital for further treatment. Parents met their children t…
At Least 28 Killed As Severe Storms, Tornadoes Tear Through Central, Eastern US At Least 28 Killed As Severe Storms, Tornadoes Tear Through Central, Eastern US
At Least 28 Killed As Severe Storms, Tornadoes Tear Through Central, Eastern US A wave of severe weather has resulted in tragedy as multiple tornadoes swept across the central and eastern United States, claiming at least 28 lives, injuring dozens more, and leaving as many as a half-million without power. The event unfolded late Friday, May 16, into Saturday, May 17, leaving a path of destruction across Missouri, Kentucky, and Virginia. Officials say the death toll could rise as they assessed the damage. Southeastern Kentucky has been particularly hard-hit, reporting 21 fatalities, according to CBS affiliate WKYT in Lexington.  Shortly after midnight on Satur…
PayPal Launches AI Chat Shopping: Here's How The New Feature Works PayPal Launches AI Chat Shopping: Here's How The New Feature Works
PayPal Launches AI Chat Shopping: Here's How The New Feature Works An artificial intelligence search engine will soon help Americans buy products, book trips, and check out with PayPal or Venmo in online chats. Perplexity is teaming up with the financial technology giant for the new chat-based shopping experience, PayPal announced on Wednesday, May 14. The service is expected to be available in the US in the summer. Shoppers can make purchases within chat prompts on Perplexity Pro. "This partnership unlocks new possibilities, where conversations now drive commerce," said PayPal president and CEO Alex Chriss. "We're making it easy and secure…
No Gunfire, Rock Thrown At Home Of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka: Report No Gunfire, Rock Thrown At Home Of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka: Report
No Gunfire, Rock Thrown At Home Of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka: Report What was reported as shots fire at the home of Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka Saturday morning, May 17 turned out to be a rock thrown, according to David Wildstein, the editor of the New Jersey Globe. Wildstein says no injuries were reported and there was no indication that any shots were fired, despite having been reported as such. Update: Reports of shots fired at the home of Newark Mayor and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Ras Baraka turned out to have been a rock thrown. Nobody hurt. Police remain on scene but no indication that any gunfire involved. — David Wildstein (@wildstein) M…
Reality Show Where Immigrants Compete For US Citizenship Being Explored By DHS Reality Show Where Immigrants Compete For US Citizenship Being Explored By DHS
Reality Show Where Immigrants Compete For US Citizenship Being Explored By DHS The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is weighing a reality show proposal that would pit immigrants against each other in a televised competition for US citizenship, according to multiple reports. Under Secretary Kristi Noem, the department has increasingly adopted a media-savvy approach in connection with its initiatives. DHS spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin confirmed that discussions with the show’s producer are ongoing, emphasizing that the proposal is in the preliminary stages of review and would need to go through a “thorough” vetting process, The Wall Street Journal reports. The con…
Video Shows Moment Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder Ben Cohen Is Hauled Out Of Senate Over Gaza Protest Video Shows Moment Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder Ben Cohen Is Hauled Out Of Senate Over Gaza Protest
Video Shows Moment Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder Ben Cohen Is Hauled Out Of Senate Over Gaza Protest Dramatic video shows the moment Ben & Jerry’s co-founder and Long Island native Ben Cohen was escorted out of a US Senate hearing while protesting Congress’ role in the Israel-Hamas war. The 74-year-old Cohen was arrested Wednesday, May 14, after joining several protesters in interrupting a Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee hearing that featured testimony from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Capitol Police said Cohen and the others were charged with “crowding, obstructing, or incommoding,” a misdemeanor offense related to illegal protesting…
Airbnb Expands With Private Cooking Experiences, Beauty Services In Major Update Airbnb Expands With Private Cooking Experiences, Beauty Services In Major Update
Airbnb Expands With Private Cooking Experiences, Beauty Services In Major Update Travelers can now book massages, makeup sessions, and chef-prepared meals in Airbnb rentals – or even at home. Airbnb launched its services and experiences features on Tuesday, May 13. The short-term vacation rental platform also unveiled a redesigned app in time for the summer. The new features are available in 260 cities for services and 650 cities for experiences. The features allow users to book professional offerings from within the app, even if that person isn't staying at an Airbnb. Airbnb Services allows guests to book things like spa treatments, photography sessions, professi…