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A year ahead of the US presidential election, exaggeration about global warming is greater than ever. While some politicians continue (incorrectly) to insist it’s made up, far more insist (also incorrectly) that we face an imminent climate crisis threatening civilization. During this week’s Democratic debates, Pete Buttigieg called 2030 a “point of no return,” Beto … Continue reading "Pseudo scientific hysteria is the wrong answer to climate change"

The US labor force grew to a new high of 163.4 million last month — a record that was overshadowed Friday by rising trade tensions. The Labor Department Friday reported that 164,000 non-farm jobs were added to the economy in July — a bump that was aided by 370,000 new workers entering the labor force. … Continue reading "US labor force hits new high amid rising trade tensions"

This place doesn’t let just any Yahoo in. A posh Upper East Side restaurant’s door-policy is so strict staff are required to Google any guests they don’t recognize, and make sure they’re rich or famous enough to grace their dining room, according to employees and a document obtained by The Post. Hostesses at Fleming by … Continue reading "Swanky UES hot spot allegedly Googles guests to keep out poor commoners"

With the city hungry for stay-at-home leadership, Council Speaker and mayoral hopeful Corey Johnson grabbed the spotlight Thursday by unveiling plans to combat food inequity in the Big Apple. As Mayor Bill de Blasio flew back from Detroit after a poorly received showing in Democratic presidential primary debate, Johnson, a front-runner in the 2021 mayoral … Continue reading "Corey Johnson: \"

Imagine a universe in which Ellis Kinder outpitched Vic Raschi on the final day of the 1949 season, Mike Torrez struck out Bucky Dent in the playoff game at Fenway in 1978 and Grady Little pulled Pedro Martinez with a 5-2 lead after seven innings of work in Game 7 of the 2003 ALCS. You’re … Continue reading "Yankees’ first priority must be to finish off the Red Sox now"

The Pentagon is preparing to withdraw thousands of troops from Afghanistan as part of a proposed peace deal with the Taliban, U.S. officials told Fox News Thursday. One official warned the withdrawal would be subject to the completion of any agreement. So far, no such deal has been finalized. “While RS [Resolute Support] or DOD … Continue reading "US may withdraw thousands of troops from Afghanistan as part of proposed Taliban deal"

New York City’s first new marina in 50 years is finally up and running — and it’s anchored by a new restaurant that’s run by a Michelin-starred chef. The ONE15 marina, a $28 million development owned by Singapore-based SUTL Group, opened last week between Piers 4 and 5 in Brooklyn Bridge Park overlooking downtown Manhattan. … Continue reading "Michelin-star chef opens waterfront eatery on NYC’s newest marina"

Without a high speed chase or four, the “The Fast & the Furious” would be no more than the idle and the content. So the ninth film in the franchise, “Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw,” appropriately features several international, high-octane pursuits involving the title characters played by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Jason … Continue reading "How ‘Fast & Furious: Hobbs & Shaw’ pulls off crazy car stunts"

Marianne Williamson was the breakout star of the first night of this week’s Democratic presidential debate. Google announced that more people had searched for her name than for any other candidate’s. This might seem strange. Williamson shared a stage with governors, senators and congressmen. She has no political experience. To this point, she has been … Continue reading "Marianne Williamson connects in a way that regular pols can\u2019t, like Trump"

After a very long search to add a starting pitcher to a rotation that has been leaking fluids recently, the Yankees weren’t going to make a deal just to complete a cosmetic move. Showing his trademark patience and balancing the Yankees’ determination to win today while not crippling tomorrow’s chances, Hal Steinbrenner told The Post … Continue reading "Hal Steinbrenner backs Yankees’ quiet trade deadline"