The best hiking socks of 2024, according to experts
Nothing can ruin a good hike like a painful blister or a soggy sock. Preventing such disasters starts with choosing the right hiking sock. “For me, I can easily ruin a beautiful hike by wearing the wrong pair of socks,” says NBC Select reporter Harry Rabinowitz, who likes to hike in the fall and spring. […]
NCAA president boasts about women’s volleyball TV ratings amid SJSU trans athlete controversy and lawsuits
NCAA President Charlie Baker claimed TV ratings for the NCAA women’s volleyball tournament rose “100%” this year during an interview on ESPN’s “The Pat McAfee Show” Thursday. The surge comes just one year after the 2023 tournament saw a 115% increase from 2022. “The ratings this year grew a little too, by another 100%,” Baker […]
Georgia appeals court disqualifies DA Fani willis from prosecuting Trump
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Celebrities face legal charges for allegedly misusing millions in pandemic grants 03:31 Now Playing Georgia appeals court disqualifies DA Fani willis from prosecuting Trump 07:31 UP NEXT New Florida law requires state approval of sex-ed materials 04:22 Shooter in Wisconsin […]
The 8 Best Walking Shoes for Men in 2024, Reviewed by Editors
I walk about five miles on an average workday. While I love a stylish pair of loafers, I want my feet to feel comfortable and supported, so I almost always put on a pair of walking shoes. I’m not alone in my thinking, when I take a look around New York City many people are […]
Celtics head coach admits he’d ‘rather watch something else’ as NBA ratings decline
Fewer people are watching the NBA than in previous years, including some of the sport’s top names. Ratings for NBA games on ABC, ESPN, TNT and NBA TV are down 25% through Saturday, according to Sports Media Watch, and there are many ideas floating about why. Three-pointer propensity and lack of defense are the two […]
House votes down Republican bill to avert shutdown on eve of the deadline
WASHINGTON — The House rejected a bill Thursday to keep the government funded temporarily, after Republican leaders reneged on an earlier bipartisan deal and made modifications to appease President-elect Donald Trump, billionaire Elon Musk and an internal GOP revolt. The vote was 174-235, with one Democrat voting present, falling far short of the two-thirds majority […]
FDA ruling limits which foods can be labeled ‘healthy’ on packaging
The Food and Drug Administration is changing the way food companies can claim their products are “healthy.” Fortified white bread is out, and fatty fish like salmon is in. Most everything in the grocer’s produce section — whole fruits and vegetables — would qualify under the new rule issued Thursday. Other nutrient-rich foods, such as […]
Bills’ Josh Allen gushes over fiancée Hailee Steinfeld and her impact on his stellar season
Josh Allen’s phenomenal season continues to impress as the Buffalo Bills charge toward the playoffs, and the potential league MVP has credited some of that success to his relationship. So have his teammates. Dion Dawkins and Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills celebrate after scoring a touchdown against the Lions at Ford Field on Dec. 15, […]
Former top aide to New York City Mayor Eric Adams accused of bribery, money laundering
The former top aide to New York City Mayor Eric Adams was charged with receiving bribes in a classic “quid pro quo” scheme with a real estate business that financially benefitted her and her son, officials said Thursday. Ingrid Lewis-Martin “engaged in a long-running bribery, money laundering and conspiracy scheme by using her position and […]
Mystery illness in Congo could be severe malaria
Health officials are narrowing in on the cause of dozens of unexplained deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday that a severe form of malaria is likely responsible, based on lab tests so far. The illness was considered a mystery for weeks. It has killed […]