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NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo dead at 58 after brain cancer battle

According to the NBA, the former Houston Rockets star passed away from brain cancer and was surrounded by his family in his final moments.

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Goldie Hawn’s secret to 40-decade relationship with Kurt Russell? ‘Good sex’

“I just love the fact that we met and we're still doing it. We still like being together.” —Kurt Russell

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California law bans college legacy and donor admissions, including USC, Stanford

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law that makes California the latest state to ban legacy and donor admissions in higher education, including at Stanford and USC.

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How to watch season-defining Mets vs. Braves doubleheader for free

With the season on the line, it's time for a doubleheader.

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Trump turns to darker rhetoric as voting begins

In a pair of weekend events in key swing states, Trump claimed Harris is "mentally disabled" and went on to suggest police violence could curb crime.

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Netflix's new documentary captures Ferrell learning about the trans experience in real time.

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Nearly half of Americans unaware about their family’s history with cancer — here’s what to know

Forty-eight percent of Americans are unfamiliar with their family’s cancer history, according to new research.

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Inside Rebel Wilson and Ramona Agruma’s Italy wedding ceremony: photos

On Saturday, Sept. 28, actress Rebel Wilson, 44, tied the knot with her girlfriend, Ramona Agruma, 40, in a destination wedding at the Hotel Cala di Volpein Sardinia, Italy.

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Mets vs. Braves live updates: Postseason berth comes down to doubleheader

Follow The Post's live updates as the Mets try to secure a playoff berth with a season-ending doubleheader against the Braves in Atlanta.

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‘This Is Us’ star Milo Ventimiglia and wife Jarah Mariano expecting first child

The "Gilmore Girls" alum and the model tied the knot in a private ceremony in Hawaii one year ago.

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Dikembe Mutombo, a Towering N.B.A. Presence, Dies at 58

Mr. Mutombo, who did not begin playing basketball until adolescence, retired with the second-most blocked shots in league history.

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Comedian Ahmed Ahmed elevates wisecracks over Islamophobia in new special 'It Only Takes One of Us'

The comic who co-created the Axis of Evil and produced stand-up shows all over the world talks about his first special in nearly 15 years.

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Colton Underwood and husband Jordan C. Brown welcome first baby via surrogate

The couple revealed in May that they were expecting, with the former Bachelor detailing the "sperm rehab" he underwent to conceive.

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Delta passenger shocked by identity of awkward customer service caller: ‘She sounded slightly jealous’

A Delta Airlines passenger was forced to endure an excruciating customer service call after realizing how he knew the rep on the other side of the line.

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Dikembe Mutombo, a Hall of Fame player and tireless advocate, dies at 58 from brain cancer

Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, one of the best defensive players in NBA history and a longtime global ambassador for the game, died Monday after a battle with brain cancer, the league announced

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Inside Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ star-studded birthday parties over the years before his arrest: See the pics

Britney Spears, Kate Beckinsale, Jay-Z, Jamie Foxx, Paris Hilton and more celebrities have attended the rapper’s birthday bashes over the years.

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How long does it take you to fall asleep at night? The answer could unlock secrets of your health

When your head meets the pillow, do you go swift and sweet into dreamland — or do you lie awake, plagued with existential dread and struggle to snooze?

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Kamala Harris is ‘underwater’ in Michigan, Dem rep claims

Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) told Kamala Harris supporters that the vice president’s numbers are “underwater” in Michigan, according to audio obtained by Axios. “I’m not feeling my best right now about where we are on Kamala Harris in a place like Michigan,” Slotkin said Wednesday during a virtual campaign event with Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ),...

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Ta-Nehisi Coates on the power of stories, new book, "The Message"

Acclaimed author Ta-Nehisi Coates joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new book, "The Message" and about the banning of his work in South Carolina.

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Gloria Estefan on her more than 30-year fight to cure paralysis

After surviving a tour bus crash in 1990 that left her temporarily paralyzed, Gloria Estefan has donated more than $42 million to paralysis research. The Grammy-winning icon shares her passion for finding a cure.

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Alex Jones’ Enemies Might Just Wind Up Taking Over InfoWars

Elijah Nouvelage/Getty ImagesLongstanding adversaries of one of the United States’ foremost fake news merchants, InfoWars, are apparently gearing up to take control of the very platform that brought him infamy.Last Tuesday, a Texas judge ruled that trustees for Alex Jones can begin the process of putting the renowned conspiracy theorist’s assets up for auction, as part of the bankruptcy proceedings he initiated in a suspected bid to avoid paying $1.5 billion in damages to families of those who tragically lost their lives in the Sandy Hook school shooting.In the latest, ironic twist to a long and winding legal saga, the purchase of those assets – including Jones’ flagship fake news website InfoWars – is now being “diligently considered” by a coalition of liberal groups and anti-disinformation watchdogs, Semafor reports.Read more at The Daily Beast.

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Man accused of killing his grandmother with hammer in New Hampshire

A 23-year-old man has been accused of killing his grandmother with a hammer in New Hampshire

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European far right celebrates Austrian election win, but Austria's political future is uncertain

Sunday's election result leaves Austria’s political future uncertain as it’s questionable how stable the next coalition government will be.

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Oasis announces 2025 U.S. tour dates, MetLife show. Get tickets

The "Champagne Supernova" group swoops into the Meadowlands on Aug. 31.

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Israeli TV news broadcasters raise glass on air to toast death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah

Amit Segal of News 12 opened a bottle of arak, an anise-flavored beverage with a high alcohol content that is popular in Middle Eastern countries.

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NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo dead at 58

NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo, who starred for several teams on his way to the Basketball Hall of Fame, has died after a battle with brain cancer. He was 58.

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Asheville residents battling 'apocalyptic' aftermath of Hurricane Helene after deadly flooding, landslides

Residents in Asheville, North Carolina are reeling from the devastation left by Hurricane Helene as officials continue search and rescue efforts amid catastrophic flooding, landslides.

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The "Madame Butterfly" effect: L.A. Arts and culture this week

A review of L.A. Opera's "Madame Butterfly" and a rundown of what to do in arts and culture this week.

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bet365 Bonus Code POSTNEWS delivers $200 in bonus bets or $1,000 safety net for MNF and more

Prepare for another Monday Night Football doubleheader at bet365 Sportsbook using the bet365 bonus code POSTNEWS to get $200 in bonus bets or a $1,000 First Bet Safety Net.

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‘Brilliant Minds’ Exclusive Clip: Dr. Muriel Landon Wants Her Son Dr. Oliver Wolf To Follow The Rules

Mother knows best.

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DirecTV to buy debt-laden rival Dish for $1 after decades-long pursuit

DirecTV agreed to buy satellite rival Dish network Monday, ending decades of on-and-off talks in a deal that will create one of the country’s largest pay TV distributors with a combined 20 million subscribers. Dish, owned by EchoStar, has been weighed down with billions of dollars of debt and faced the prospect of a looming...

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Nantucket group appeals to Supreme Court to end offshore wind projects and protect endangered whales

A group of Nantucket, Massachusetts, residents are appealing to the Supreme Court to challenge windmill projects which they argue put endangered whales at risk.

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NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo dead at 58

Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo has died at 58 years old after a battle with brain cancer.

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Hezbollah says it will choose Nasrallah's successor 'at the earliest opportunity'

Hezbollah’s second-in-command, deputy leader Naim Qassem, says the terrorist group will choose its new leader "at the earliest opportunity."

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European leaders weigh in on 'legitimate' issue of illegal immigration: 'Must be stopped'

The European Union allows for free movement between member states, making any immigration policy on national borders difficult to enforce while the continental border remains porous.

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See inside Rebel Wilson’s lavish Italian wedding to Ramona Agruma

The “Pitch Perfect” actress shared photos from her breathtaking seaside ceremony at the Hotel Cala di Volpe in Sardinia, Italy, over the weekend.

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Nearly 1000 tourists fall ill while visiting Cape Verde in Africa

Almost 1000 tourists struck down by a mysterious stomach bug are taking legal action against luxury hotels while staying on the West African island country of Cape Verde.

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Patrick Mahomes immediately knew Rashee Rice injury was devastating

When Patrick Mahomes saw his Chiefs teammate down on the ground in pain after a collision with the quarterback on Sunday, he had a sinking feeling the wide receiver had a serious injury.

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Picturesque NC mountain town destroyed by Hurricane Helene: ‘There’s just nothing left’

Shocking images show how a picturesque North Carolina village was nearly wiped out by Hurricane Helene — as the death toll from the storm rose to almost 100, with desperate rescue missions continuing across the Southwest on Monday. Chimney Rock initially appeared to have escaped Helene’s wrath — until floodwater overwhelmed a dam on Saturday,...

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North Carolina devastated by Helene: "Unprecedented tragedy"

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper predicted the toll would rise as rescuers reached areas isolated by collapsed roads and widespread flooding.

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Sophie Turner gets candid about the struggles of ‘being a single mother’ after Joe Jonas divorce

Sophie Turner got candid about the struggles of “being a single mother” following her divorce from Joe Jonas. The actress opened up about raising her and the singer’s two daughters, Willa and Delphine, while promoting her forthcoming series, “Joan.” Watch the full video to learn more about Sophie going through single motherhood. Subscribe to our...

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Patient reunites with nurse who helped her overcome rare condition 35 years ago

Thirty-five years ago, Alyson Brittain overcame a rare autoimmune condition and credits her nurse Ceddie Persaud with saving her life. The two lost touch after Brittain left the hospital. Recently, Brittain stumbled upon a picture of her and Persaud together and decided she wanted to thank him. She reached out to CBS contributor David Begnaud for help

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Senate GOP super PAC dumps nearly $70M into Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Michigan races

A Senate Republican super PAC aligned with Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is pouring $67.5 million into close races in Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Michigan to tear down Democrats' "blue wall."

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FBI to pay $22M to settle claims of sexual discrimination at training academy

The FBI has agreed to pay more than $22 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging female recruits were singled out for dismissal in training and routinely harassed by instructors with sexually charged comments about their breast size, false all...

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Tom Brady’s game outfit mocked over ‘clashing’ shirt and tie combo: ‘Looks like 90s pajamas’

Brady's ensemble for Week 4 drew plenty of commentary on social media.

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Hurricane Helene leaves over 100 dead, thousands unaccounted for in Southeast

With homes destroyed and entire communities isolated, residents of the Southeast United States face the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

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Britain closes its last ever coal fired power plant

Britain will shutter its last ever coal fired power plant on Monday— ending the country's 140 year reliance on the fossil fuel.

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WeightWatchers CEO who oversaw move into weight loss drugs abruptly leaves role (2024)
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