SAN ANTONIO — Go crazy, New York. Or, perhaps more accurately, crazier. The red-hot Knicks are going home, two wins away from an NBA championship that the capital of the world has been waiting to see for generations. Jalen Brunson hit a go-ahead free throw with 9.5 seconds left after a turnover by Victor Wembanyama moments earlier, … Read more
A federal judge ruled Friday that the Trump administration last year unlawfully paused final immigration decisions for individuals from countries affected by its so-called travel ban. The lawsuit, brought forward in March by various nonprofits representing immigrants, criticized several Citizenship and Immigration Services policies that paused final decisions on asylum, green card and citizenship applications … Read more
Opinions expressed by Digital Journal contributors are their own. There is a certain authority that money cannot buy. It develops only after decades of leading teams, fixing broken systems, and living through real crises. Redashnie Hurribans carries that authority. The South African-born executive now serves as Chief Operating Officer at LEAP Investments, Inc. She has earned a … Read more
Three months after Sean Penn was noticeably absent after winning Best Supporting Actor for his turn as military colonel Steven J. Lockjaw in One Battle After Another at this year’s Oscars, the actor shared why he opted out of the ceremony. When appearing at the Tribeca Festival in New York on Friday for a conversation with CNN anchor … Read more
Like many others, I first used Instacart during the early days of the pandemic when it was a lifesaver. Literally. As the primary caretaker of my immunocompromised grandmother, I was at a loss for how to do something as simple as feed her without risking dangerous exposure. And although I love delivery from a restaurant, … Read more
James Cameron and Pixar are set to deliver a blockbuster streaming month for Disney+ as “Avatar: Fire and Ash” and “Hoppers” arrive on the platform after successful box office runs in movie theaters. Cameron’s “Fire and Ash” expands the universe of Pandora after two of the biggest movies in film history, “Avatar” and “Avatar: The … Read more
In Washington, D.C., top Democrats are increasingly worried about Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner’s mounting controversies ahead of Tuesday’s primary. But in Maine’s Hancock County, where Platner lives, some supporters are standing by him. After the New York Times published a report detailing allegations of Platner’s “toxic” behavior in his prior romantic relationships — including an … Read more
Opinions expressed by Digital Journal contributors are their own. Referrals have long been a common practice in the business world. A referral marketing strategy can help businesses navigate long-term growth. But financial advisor and author Dave Van Buskirk says don’t ask. He argues that direct referral requests are not always the primary factor behind long-term business growth. … Read more
BRUSSELS — NATO countries are considering a new €70 billion military funding commitment for Ukraine that would be unveiled during the alliance’s summit in Ankara next month, four NATO diplomats told POLITICO. The proposal — circulated by Germany last month — would include a new mechanism to increase transparency around funding for Ukraine, the diplomats … Read more
Nearly 2,000 food and beverage workers at SoFi Stadium voted overwhelmingly Friday to authorize a strike just a week before the venue will stage the first World Cup game on U.S. soil in more than three decades. Negotiations on a labor contract between Unite Here Local 11, the union representing the cooks, dishwashers, concession workers … Read more
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. There are two phrases most dads seem genetically programmed to repeat: “Ready to rock and roll” and “I don’t need anything for Father’s Day.” If you’ve never heard your dad say either of … Read more
Acer is one of the top largest PC manufacturers in the world, perhaps best known for its gaming line and budget-friendly options. If you’ve already got your eye on an Acer product like a laptop or monitor, and are shopping at the company’s online storefront, you should be using one of these Acer promo codes … Read more
“The Pitt’s” department head makeup artist Myriam Arougheti knew that after the success of the show’s first season, she would have to step things up a notch for season 2. The first season featured heart attacks, third-degree burns and an emergency thoracotomy. For Season 2, the challenge was to push boundaries and elevate the drama … Read more
Despite Donald Trump’s campaign vows in 2024 that he would fix the housing crisis that’s affecting more than a million Americans across the country, the president’s administration has been doing seemingly all it can over the past year to cut off assistance to people without homes. The New York Times reported on a policy announced … Read more
Iran’s football squad have been granted visas to enter the United Sates so they can play in the World Cup, US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack confirmed Friday. A US administration official confirmed this separately in a statement issued by the State Department. The visa issuance means Iran will compete in the world’s top sporting … Read more