Day: August 6, 2024

Simone Biles defends showing sportsmanship toward Brazilian gymnast amid NFL star’s ‘disgusting’ critique

10:42 pm August 6, 2024

Simone Biles defended the decision to show sportsmanship toward Brazil’s Rebeca Andrade after the gymnastics star won gold in the floor exercise at the Paris Olympics. Biles and Jordan Chiles took home silver and bronze medals, respectively, in the event. The two were on the podium bowing to Andrade in an ultimate display of sportsmanship, […]

Discover New York’s diverse boroughs, notable sights throughout the Big Apple

10:42 pm August 6, 2024

From catching an inspiring world-class theatrical performance on Broadway to enjoying a hot dog as a tourist’s rite of passage, New York offers visitors a vibrant culture with a diverse range of activities and sights to enjoy. Whether you’ve previously visited the Big Apple in person or vicariously lived through the eyes of others, you […]

Columbia University mulls arrest power for campus cops after anti-Israel protests disrupted school: report

10:35 pm August 6, 2024

Columbia University leaders are looking to add police with the authority to make arrests and other powers not currently available to campus security staff, according to a new report. The school confirmed it was looking to improve training for its public safety department and also expand its authority while relying less on the NYPD after […]

5 US service members, 2 contractors injured in rocket attack at al-Asad air base: defense official

10:28 pm August 6, 2024

Five U.S. service members and two U.S. contractors were injured Monday afternoon when two rockets struck Ain al-Asad Airbase in Iraq, a U.S. defense official told Fox News on Tuesday. Five of the injured personnel were being treated at Ain al-Asad Airbase, while two others have been evacuated for further care, the defense official said, […]

Kamala Harris’ VP pick Tim Walz previously charged with DUI in Nebraska before reaching plea deal

10:25 pm August 6, 2024

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz was selected on Tuesday, after weeks of speculation, as the vice presidential running mate of Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris. Walz took to social media to officially join the Democratic ticket and express his enthusiasm over the decision, writing, “It is the honor of a lifetime to join @kamalaharris in this […]