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Sports Journalists Jettison Their Affection for Silent Protest
When Kaepernick kneeled, he was a hero. When a few Giants players quote the Bible, that’s another story.
James Webb telescope finds a cosmic cloud of creation buried in the Sword of Orion — Space photo of the week
A new James Webb telescope snap shows off the glowing gas, sculpted jets and newborn stars lurking within the giant cosmic cloud OMC-2, located in the Sword of Orion.
What men should know about the US government’s latest move on testosterone therapy
The US Department of Health and Human Services is requesting revisions to the labels on testosterone replacement therapies for men after reviewing new data and evidence on their safety and benefits. These updates could pave the way for easier access to testosterone replacement therapy.
Trump unveils the new Air Force One, a converted Qatari jet
The Trump administration accepted the luxury jet from Qatar despite questions about the ethics and legality
Trump unveils the new Air Force One, a converted Qatari jet
The Trump administration accepted the luxury jet from Qatar despite questions about the ethics and legality
Trump unveils a new presidential airplane
President Donald Trump is at Joint Base Andrews unveiling a new presidential aircraft: a luxury jet donated by the government of Qatar that has been painted red, white and blue and adorned with the words “United States of America.”
NC science panel urges caution in use of hardened structures to protect coastline
As state lawmakers consider repealing the longstanding ban on jetties on North Carolina’s coastline, some of the state’s top scientists are recommending "a cautious approach" to allowing any new hardened structures.
Todd Bowles Admits To Bucs "Just Taking Plays Off"
After locker room leaders signaled a lack of passion, Todd Bowles confirms his defense coasted through games, sparking questions about accountability and his future leadership in Tampa.
Highlights from Day 2 of Jets' 2026 NFL minicamp
Check out the action from Day 2 of Jets' minicamp this week.
Former Jets continue following Robert Saleh to the Titans
Another former Jets player has joined the Titans.
Texas plane crash leaves one dead, more injured after business jet catches fire on highway
A business jet carrying six people crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, killing one person on a flight from Mexico, police announced on Tuesday.
Malicious JetBrains Marketplace plugins steal AI API keys from developers
At least 15 malicious plugins found on the JetBrains Marketplace were designed to steal AI API keys from developers.
Pirate Problems: What Quarterback Will Buccaneers see Against Vikings?
As Minnesota navigates a brutal opening stretch, Tampa Bay prepares for a dual threat: veteran Kyler Murray’s resurgence or the raw potential of former first-rounder J.J. McCarthy.
The Crossword, June 15: I Need Some Space
Aren’t you happy to see our Monday crossword? This week’s puzzle was constructed by Patrick Maher, and edited by Hoang-Kim Vu. Patrick is a software engineer and sporadic crossword constructor who lives in Manhattan. His hobbies include having two young children and doing whatever they want. He still plans on watching the Jets this year for some reason.…
NFL Analyst Makes Prediction for Bucs' Season
Former Super Bowl champion Logan Ryan envisions a dominant NFC South run for Tampa Bay, forecasting a double-digit win season fueled by Todd Bowles’ sophisticated defensive schemes.
Jets are swapping speed for size
The Jets may yet again go home without a playoff berth, but they're nevertheless going big.
Rod Stewart called 'tone-deaf' for attending World Cup game a day canceling concert due to health issues
Rod Stewart slammed as "tone-deaf" by fans after canceling California concert due to illness then jetting to Boston for Scotland's FIFA World Cup match.
Cal Fire expands aerial fleet amid jetfuel concerns
Cal Fire is enhancing its firefighting capabilities with new aircraft and increased staffing as it prepares for another challenging fire season in California, even as the state faces budget issues and uncertainty around fuel this summer.
The New York Knicks Just Did the Impossible
This doesn’t feel real. All New York Knicks fans have known for the last 53 years is heartbreak and humiliation. We were cursed. Jordan. Starks’ 2-18 in Game 7. Reggie. Ewing going down. Missing out on Steph by one pick. Rebuffing Jeremy Lin. Phil Jackson. Amar’e’s knees. The Unicorn jumping ship. The Zion draft. …
Flexjet Acquires High-Profile Aircraft Broker The Jet Business
The Jet Business, with over 2.5 million followers on TikTok, is now part of Flexjet, Inc. The deal offers both companies a number of benefits.
Overnight trains in the US and Europe: Amtrak bedroom vs. Nightjet
I took overnight train journeys in the US and Europe, booking private cabins on both rides. They varied in price and experience.
Flying taxis are racing to carry passengers: I've seen all 3 rivals.
US aerospace startups Joby, Archer, and Beta are in a high-stakes race to bring the "Jetsons'" dream of flying cars to life. Here's how they compare.
Flexjet Acquires The Jet Business, Names Varsano President
The Jet Business will steer Flexjet fleet additions, subtractions
EXCLUSIVE: Flexjet buys Steve Varsano’s The Jet Business | Corporate Jet Investor
TikTok’s favourite business jet broker has been bought by Flexjet. Steve Varsano, founder of The Jet Business will become president of Flexjet.
Emory gets $15M to establish first center to research toxic Superfund sites' health effects
Emory University has received a five-year, $15 million grant from the National Institutes of Environmental Health to establish a center to research how contaminants from Georgia Superfund sites affect human health.
From Classroom to Racetrack: How Charlie Baur is Building a Motorsports Career in a Business Discipline
Charlie Baur can trace his racing story back to a Christmas morning in Michigan — the kind that starts with snow on the ground and ends with a throttle in a kid’s hands. “I remember being 3 years old and then for Christmas that year, my parents had gotten me a 120 cc snowmobile,” Baur said. Long before sprint cars, he was a Michigan kid on snowmobiles, dirt bikes, four-wheelers and jet skis — and a regular at car shows and races with his family. Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur That early exposure became a calling. At 12, he sat in a sprint car for the first time and knew he’d found the next chapter. He started in quarter midgets, moved to go-karts, and the day before he turned 16 — one day shy of the minimum age required by track insurance — he made his first sprint car start after convincing officials to let him race. Five years later, Baur is still pushing forward, now racing sprint cars on both pavement and dirt while pursuing an automotive business education at Northwood University — with a clear-eyed understanding that motorsports encompasses more than what happens under the lights on Saturday night. “It’s a business,” said Charlie, a 20-year-old who calls Fenton, Michigan, home when he’s not at a racetrack or at Northwood’s residential campus in Midland, Michigan. Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur Racing is the product — but preparation is the job To the average fan, race day begins around dinner time. For a team, race day can be a 12-hour shift — plus the work that came before it. And Baur’s racing operation is a family affair. “The team is my parents and myself,” he said, explaining they own the cars, maintain equipment and manage the business side — from sponsor relations to budgeting. On race weekends, the core group includes Baur and his parents (Eric and Stefanie), plus a couple of additional hands (Alex Photiou and Robert Flannigan) who help with the intensity and pace of trackside work. That structure has shaped how he thinks about efficiency and professionalism. “We’ve always kind of had the mentality of we’re never working on the car for maintenance at the track,” he said. “Our goal is to do as little work as possible to the car because it should be ready when that car rolls out of the trailer to go racing.” That mindset shows up in routines: bolt checks, tire procedures, safety equipment and a repeatable process designed to limit errors. “Once I fire the car up and put my helmet on, that’s when it’s go time,” he said. “You can plan as much as possible for how the race is going to play out, but until you take the green flag … you don’t know how it’s going to go.” Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur First-generation driver, student of the game In racing, “first-generation” matters — and Baur wears that label with pride. “A lot of the drivers are third or fourth generation,” he said. “My family has never been in motorsports. So for me, we’ve always looked at it as we’re new to it and we want to be as different as possible. From a marketing standpoint, it helps us stand out.” It also pushes him to seek out mentors — especially veteran drivers who have seen every scenario, solved every problem and won in multiple eras. Baur credits accomplished driver Jason Blonde, a 10-time champion, for becoming his driver coach and helping him develop as a competitor. “To me, learning from Jason helps me because he has had lots of success and knows what to do,” Baur said. “You have to humble yourself and say, ‘I don’t know what to do; can you help me out?’” That willingness to learn extends off the track, too. Baur says one of his biggest challenges is not a mechanical limitation, but credibility. “It’s my age,” he said. “Some people won’t take me seriously because I’m so young. Even though … I do know what we’re talking about and have a general idea.” His answer has been to out-prepare, out-communicate and treat the operation like a real enterprise — because it is. Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur Northwood’s role: Turning passion into a plan Baur is majoring in automotive aftermarket management and pursuing an accelerated path that pairs undergraduate study with graduate work. He’s also exploring how to align his studies with motorsports-focused coursework as Northwood advances related programs and pathways. He sees the value clearly: motorsports needs business-literate professionals who understand budgets, sponsorship, marketing, operations and long-term strategy — and who can translate between the language of the shop and the language of the boardroom. That’s why his Northwood experience isn’t limited to the classroom. He has been involved with the Northwood University International Auto Show and serves as motorsports chair — a leadership role that demands outreach, contracts, coordination and a steady professional demeanor. “There’s so much outside work that makes the auto show successful that people don’t realize,” he said. “And it is truly student led.” He’s also participated in industry experiences through Northwood at major events such as AAPEX, SEMA and PRI, along with other automotive networking events — opportunities he describes as a fast track to understanding how business really gets done. “You learn a lot in the classroom,” he said. “But if you learn it and you can’t apply it to the real world, it loses its value. Or if you learn it and can apply it, but you don’t know anyone, it is still of no value.” In his words, Northwood helps him win because it “gives me the tools to succeed” — including flexibility and faculty support as he balances travel and racing commitments with academics. Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur Racing as an ecosystem — and a talent gap waiting to be filled Baur is blunt about what he sees across the motorsports world: a deep bench of experienced professionals, and not enough young talent entering the pipeline. “I go to car shows, I go to these different events, and typically … the average age is between 45 to 55,” he said. “There’s not a lot of young people going into the motorsports world.” That reality reinforces Northwood’s communications focus: positioning motorsports not as a narrow lane, but as a wide ecosystem of business careers — sponsorship, logistics, data, media, leadership, hospitality and innovation — with real demand for prepared graduates. It also shapes how Baur talks to younger students who love racing but aren’t sure what their future looks like. “If you have a passion for motorsports, there’s gonna be a spot for you somewhere,” he said, emphasizing that driving is only one of many career paths — and that local tracks and hands-on experience are often the best first step. But if someone is interested in driving as a career path, it will take a team to make that happen. Baur’s team includes Stahl’s Motors and Music Experience, Rhino Racing, Randy Wise Buick GMC Chevrolet, Western Michigan Fleet Parts, Mother’s Polish, Schaeffer’s Oil, Hepfner Racing Products, Ameriguard Storage Centers, Justice Brothers, Race 1 Wraps, TBM Brakes, Behind Your Design, CharlieBaur.com and Northwood University. “There are so many people who invest not only in myself but in my race team and who believe in us to succeed,” he added. Pictured: Charlie Bauer’s sprint race car. Looking ahead: A headline worth chasing Ask Baur to imagine 2035, and he’ll give you two answers — one dream, one blueprint. “In a perfect world,” he said, “winning the Indy 500.” Realistically, he wants to build a life where business ownership and racing reinforce each other and where he can pay forward the help he has received by mentoring younger drivers, especially those trying to break into motorsports without a family legacy. “When I retire from full-time racing, I want to be able to provide the same opportunities that were presented to myself to the next generation of drivers,” Baur said. “I know how difficult it is to get your foot in the door.” For now, the focus is simple: keep building the operation, keep learning the business, and keep showing up prepared — because in sprint car racing, as in life, process matters. And once the helmet goes on? “It’s go time,” Baur said. Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur Learn more Students interested in motorsports careers — whether in competition, team operations, marketing, finance, sponsorship, data, or management — can explore opportunities through Northwood University’s Center for Automotive and Mobility Studies. For Charlie Baur’s latest motorsports adventures, follow Charlie_Baur and Charlie Baur Racing on social media. To learn more about Northwood’s Bachelor of Business Administration in Automotive and Mobility Studies and motorsports management concentration, visit www.northwood.edu/programs/automotive-mobility-studies/. Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur Pictured: Charlie Baur at Butler Motor Speedway on May 31, 2026. Share this page
North East officials, businesses prepare for big crowds at Big Boy train visit
The Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 steam locomotive is making its only stop in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, drawing thousands of spectators to North East. Local first responders have prepared for the antic…
Jets' consistent inconsistency prompts zero primetime games in 2026
Even the worst teams get a primetime slot or two throughout the season, at least that's how it used to be.
China's global e-commerce push stalls as Iran war lifts costs, dampens demand
China's e-commerce export engine is faltering as surging jet fuel costs and weak demand from lower-income consumers in the West linked to the Iran war threaten profits for big online platforms like Temu , Shein and AliExpress .
New York Jets Flight Connections 06/07/26
Happy Sunday, Jets fans! Below are your daily links. Michael Nania – Here’s where NY Jets’ top defensive trio ranks across the NFL Joe Blewett – NY Jets film session: What does Kingsley Enagbare offer the DL? Connor Long – The key difference between NY Jets’ 2025 and 2026 rosters Connor Long – Is Darren […]
Jets defensive lineman hosts sports camp for individuals with developmental differences
Harrison Phillips, a Millard West alum and Jets defensive lineman, returned to his high school to host his Inclusion Revolution Sports Camp, supporting individuals with developmental differences and special needs.
Boeing can provide aftermarket support to China for 200-jet order, executive says
Boeing’s top services executive said on Saturday that the planemaker can provide aftermarket parts support to China to back a 200-plane order announced by the planemaker following a visit by U.S President Donald Trump to Beijing earlier this year.
High fuel costs to trigger airline failures and consolidation, industry chief says
Soaring jet fuel prices driven by conflict in the Middle East are likely to push more airlines into bankruptcy and spur more sector consolidation this year and next, the head of the global airline body said on Saturday.
Jets will hold joint practices with Buccaneers during training camp
During OTAs this week Jets head coach Aaron Glenn announced that the team will conduct joint practices with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers ahead of the teams’ preseason game in August. Joint practices with the opponent before a preseason game are becoming more and more common. Teams have become very reluctant to put prominent players on […]
New York Jets Flight Connections 06/06/26
Happy Saturday, Jets fans! You made it through the week. As a reward, here are your Saturday Jets links. Michael Nania – Jets’ Garrett Wilson lights up social media with one-handed grab Michael Nania – Jets’ Garrett Wilson lights up social media with one-handed grab Michael Nania – Jets’ AD Mitchell flashes chemistry with Geno […]
Will Mike Evans Regret Leaving Buccaneers for 49ers?
A franchise icon departs Tampa Bay chasing a second ring, but a blockbuster trade by a division rival threatens to derail Mike Evans' championship plans in San Francisco.
Chrome Sets Browser Speed Records on M5 MacBook Pro
Google's Chrome browser hit new records on browser benchmarking tools Speedometer 3.1 and JetStream 3, Google said today. Chrome earned a score of 61 on Speedometer, a five percent improvement since last year. It earned a 469 on JetStream 3, a 10 percent improvement since the beginning of 2026. Tests were done on an M5 MacBook Pro running macOS 26.0.1. Google says it holds a dual record across all browsers, beating every other Mac browser, including Safari.
No jet fuel shortage in Europe, transport chief says, despite Middle East conflict
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
Jets sign former New York Giants kicker Jason Sanders
The New York Jets waived one former New York Giants kicker in order to sign the recently released Jason Sanders.
School IB business management class: Airlines draw up contingency plans over jet fuel shortage fears
Crisis management and contingency planning
Outdoor sports retailers slashing prices for boats, jet skies as pandemic boom fades
Catholic Health CEO Dr. Patrick O'Shaughnessy steps down
Chief Operating Officer Gary Havican will serve as interim president while the hospital system's board conducts a national search.
New York Jets Flight Connections 06/02/26
Happy Tuesday, Jets fans! Here are your links for this second day of the work week. Jack Bell – Jets Veteran LB Demario Davis: ‘Just Where I’m Meant to Be’ Randy Lange – Jets Sign Their Third Selection of Round 1, WR Omar Cooper Jr. Eric Allen – Jets Sign LB Chase Wilson and WR […]
New York Jets Flight Connections 06/01/26
It’s Monday, Jets fans, and your daily links are below. Michael Nania – Jets’ Geno Smith named ‘unluckiest’ QB of 2025 season Michael Nania – Adonai Mitchell reveals the ‘Bad MF’ of the NY Jets Paul Esden Jr. – 6-Foot-7 Jets Pass Catcher Is Getting ‘Real Chance’ to Make Team: Insider Nick Faria – Garrett […]
Jet Set Radio leaker has leaked Sonic, Ace Attorney, Persona, Crazy Taxi, information
The insider who leaked the short Jet Set Radio trailer has returned with some new nuggets of information about key SEGA and Atlus franchises. These nuggets of information include the news that a new…
What is jetlag, and how can you avoid it?
Long-haul travelers often feel totally out of whack for several days after arriving at their destination. Jet lag is a natural phenomenon, but can it be prevented?
3 standout players from start of New York Jets OTAs
A few players that stood out during media day at the start of the Jets' spring practices.
Artist Kyle McDonald uses private jets to predict emergencies
Kyle McDonald's jet tracker exposes wealth inequality by monitoring private jets, and questions who has access to critical information.
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory Initiates Largest Change In 70 Years, Solicits Bids To Replace Caltech As Its Manager
A booming industry is proving that private enterprise can make serious strides in space, and JPL is looking to find cheaper ways to do what it's always done.
Twitch-Streamerin sorgte vor 2 Jahren mit ihrem Hintern für Aufregung, jetzt zielt die Kamera auf eine andere Körperstelle
Eine Twitch-Streamerin nutzte einen ganz besonderen Greenscreen und wurde dafür prompt von der Plattform gebannt.
Jets OTAs are set to begin
The Jets will start the third and final phase of their offseason program this week. These are called organized team activities (OTAs). What is the offseason program? The NFL players and owners agreed to allow players to go to the team facility for a set number of workouts/practices over the course of the offseason. What […]
Private jet travel boom: Where and how the wealthy are flying
Private jet usage is exploding and is reshaping luxury travel trends, from $80 million aircraft to billionaires' habits.
Arizona Cardinals OL Isaiah Adams has something to prove
This former third-round pick has something to prove in 2026 with the Arizona Cardinals.
Scientists may have found the source of the most powerful neutrino ever detected
A mysterious particle from deep space has scientists buzzing after the most energetic neutrino ever detected slammed through the Mediterranean Sea. Now, researchers think they may have identified the cosmic “culprits” behind it: blazars — supermassive black holes blasting jets of matter straight toward Earth.
Jets fans have a clear choice for backup quarterback
Geno Smith is set to start at quarterback for the Jets in 2026. It still isn’t clear who QB2 will be for the team. Bailey Zappe was signed early in the offseason. The team picked Cade Klubnik out of Clemson in the fourth round of the NFL Draft. And former All Pro Russell Wilson remains […]
JPL's management contract is suddenly up for grabs for the first time since the 1930s, and NASA's own language shows why this is more than a routine procurement fight
For the first time since the Jet Propulsion Laboratory’s origins in the 1930s, Caltech’s hold on one of the most important institutions in American robotic space exploration is no longer automatic. NASA has announced that it will compete the next contract for managing and operating JPL, the federally funded research and development center in Southern […]
Jetson Leder-Luis Named Poets & Quants Best 40-Under-40 Business Professors
Jetson Leder-Luis, Assistant Professor of Markets, Public Policy and Law, has been named to the Poets & Quants 2026 Best 40-Under-40 Business Professors list, which aims to identify and celebrate the […]
Scientists revise global warming projections, say small gains not enough
Both the old best and worst case future scenarios in the fight against climate change are being jettisoned by the world’s top scientists as they prepare the next series of huge United Nations reports.
Exclusive: Airbus targets 10% cost cuts over global uncertainty and supply snags
Europe's Airbus is telling thousands of staff to reduce spending by 10% as global uncertainty and supply chain problems continue to squeeze its core jetliner business, three industry sources said.
Why Owning a Sports Team Is the Ultimate Status Symbol
For the ultrawealthy, boats or jets are yesterday’s toys. Derek C. Blasberg digs into the last bastion of status for a well-moneyed few.
Rair Aviation launches entertainment and touring division | Corporate Jet Investor
Rair Aviation is launching an Entertainment & Touring Division, designed for artists, tour managers and entertainment professionals.
Sox offense, bullpen suffer jet lag in 6-1 setback
No late-inning heroics were destined on the road trip opener in Seattle
2026 Best 40-Under-40 Business Professors: Jetson Leder-Luis, Questrom School of Business, Boston University
Over the last decade, Poets&Quants has honored more than 540 up-and-coming star MBA and graduate business professors from around the world.
Buccaneers Predicted To Overcome AFC North Hurdle
Winless against the AFC North since 2019, Todd Bowles and the Buccaneers look to shatter a persistent hex as experts predict a breakthrough season against physical rivals.
'Top Gun' creators say Tom Cruise 'barfed on himself' during jet ride that sold him on doing the movie
'Top Gun' co-writer Jack Epps says Tom Cruise 'barfed on himself' when the Blue Angels took him on a gnarly jet ride to convince him to do the movie: 'They shook him around.'
3 Free Agent Forwards That Could Revitalize Jets Depth Offense
New York Jets Flight Connections 05/16/26
Happy Saturday, Jets fans! Here are today’s links to help you kick off your weekend. NY Jets – What Is Your Biggest Takeaway From the Jets Schedule? Antwan Staley – After Jets’ primetime shutout, NFL VP points to flex scheduling as possibility Brian Costello – The NFL isn’t doing the Jets any favors with their […]
5 NFL teams didn't get prime-time treatment. The league told the Jets, Raiders, Titans, Dolphins and Cardinals what it thinks of rebuilds
Opinion | No One Is Leading Our Health Agencies.
We have no F.D.A. director, no permanent C.D.C. director and no surgeon general.
Bucs Brass Impressed With UDFA QB Jalon Daniels
The Kansas standout is turning heads in rookie minicamp, utilizing his dual-threat ability and leadership to challenge for the backup role behind starter Baker Mayfield this season.
Cam Ward to Appear in Netflix's Quarterback Season 3
Cam Ward of the Tennessee Titans is in the middle of the offseason preparing for the 2026 NFL season. After being selected No. 1 overall by Tennessee in the 2025 NFL Draft, Ward played admirably for the Titans during his rookie season. The 6-foot-2 quarterback showed his toughness last season, appearing in all 17 games despite tying Geno Smith of the New York Jets as the NFL’s most-sacked quarterback (55).
Variety's 2026 Women of Nashville Entertainment Impact Report
Variety celebrates another 25 of the top female executives and managers in Nashville for the second annual Women of Nashville Entertainment Report
Lola Petticrew on 'I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning' and Politics
The nonbinary Belfast-born actor — and THR's next Cannes Rising Star — tackles our universal need for community and the newfound festival trend of apolitical messaging: "It’s a sorry state of affairs when artists don’t really believe in anything."
One word for every AFC team's biggest offseason improvement: Jets get 'professional,' Chiefs are 'fresh'
A team-by-team look at how every AFC squad improved during the 2026 NFL offseason.
Government Seizes Farmer’s Land to Build Airport for Corporate Jets and Business Hangars
“I’m just a farmer in their way,” says Georgia producer Jeff Melin. “Force me to sell, take my land, and fly in the billionaires and big companies.”
New York Giants: Answering Biggest Offseason Questions
How important is it for John Harbaugh to fix the culture? The Giants are 55-109 over the last 10 years — only the lowly New York Jets are worse over that period. Enter Harbaugh, who has a Super Bowl win of his own after 18 years as the Baltimore Ravens head coach.
Flat Rock Cinema celebrates 20 years of movies, music and community
As it hits a 20-year milestone, Flat Rock Cinema continues to serve as a unique entertainment destination, offering movies, live comedy, and concerts in a historic North Carolina setting.
The Business Of “Summer”—How Summer Fridays Built Beauty’s Most Aspirational Feeling
Summer Fridays didn’t just build a beauty brand: it built a feeling. Eight years after launching with Jet Lag Mask, Marianna Hewitt and Lauren Ireland own "summer."
CAA Baseball Weekly Awards
Campbell sophomore utility player Jett Music was chosen as the CAA baseball Player of the Week, while Northeastern senior Luc Rising and Charleston graduate student Kurt Rogers shared CAA Pitcher of the Week honors. UNCW freshman pitcher Trey Williford was selected as the CAA Rookie of the Week.
Next Apple Watch Models Unlikely to Add Touch ID, Focus on Battery Life
Apple is prioritizing larger batteries and more advanced health sensors over fingerprint authentication for the Apple Watch, according to a new claim from a prominent Chinese leaker. In a new Weibo post, Instant Digital pushed back on recent speculation about biometric recognition coming to Apple's wearable lineup, claiming instead that the company remains content to let users unlock their devices via their paired iPhone.
Jets sign OL Landon Young
The Jets have signed offensive lineman Landon Young who was one of 31 tryout players at rookie minicamp.
New York Jets Flight Connections 05/10/26
Happy Sunday, Jets fans, and Happy Mother’s Day! Below are your weekend Jets links. Jack Bell – Rookie Minicamp Notebook | Kenyon Sadiq on Jets’ Tight Ends: ‘Possibilities Are Endless’ Eric Allen – The ‘Insane’ NFL Reunion of Indiana’s Omar Cooper Jr. and D’Angelo Ponds Rich Cimini – Jets QB Klubnik unshaken by fall in […]
ESPN analyst misses mark in recent Jets roster dissection
The Jets may not have an elite receiving corps on paper, but calling wide receiver their biggest weakness feels inaccurate.
Jets enter summer with wide-open competition at kicker
The Jets have options at kicker, but questions remain about who can deliver consistency when it matters most.
Alabama Asks Supreme Court to Allow it to Use New Voting Map
State officials urged the justices to allow them to jettison Alabama’s congressional district map, citing the Supreme Court’s recent decision that dealt a blow to the Voting Rights Act.
Breece Hall’s $45.75 million Jets payday ‘really hit different’
Breece Hall was in his feels after inking a $45 million extension with the Jets on Friday, which allowed him to avoid playing on the franchise tag.
Sony, PlayStation Chiefs Detail AI Vision Amid Tariffs, Memory Crunch
Sony Group CEO Totoki Hiroki and PlayStation chief Nishino Hideaki outline AI tools, a $50 million investment and geopolitical headwinds.
Is the FDA Really Suppressing Science? Plus. . .
It’s Thursday, May 7. This is The Front Page, your daily window into the world of The Free Press—and our take on the world at large. Today: Aaron MacLean says Trump is poised to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory in the Iran war. Joe Klein on the life of CNN founder Ted Turner. Jillian Lederman on why cruise ships are here to stay. And much more. But first: Is the FDA suppressing science? On Tuesday, The New York Times published a story with an alarming takeaway. “FDA Blocked Publication of Research Finding Covid and Shingles Vaccines Were Safe,” read the headline. It is the latest in a string of stories that all have the same message: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and other agencies, are engaged in a cover-up—and silencing scientists trying to get the word out about the Covid vaccine. What all these stories suggest—some more subtly than others—is that the outsiders now running the public health establishment, officials such as Marty Makary at the FDA and Jay Bhattacharya at the National Institutes of Health, are on a revenge tour. That they are doing harm to the country to get back at the scientists and bureaucrats who ostracized them for deviating from the public-health consensus during the pandemic. It’s a seductive narrative. But is it true? That’s the question we address in our latest editorial. —The Editors Read [ Marty Makary's FDA Has All the Right Enemies ](https://www.thefp.com/p/marty-makary-vaccine-study-fda) [ Trump Blinks First ](https://www.thefp.com/p/iran-peace-deal-pakistan-trump-strait-of-hormuz) Aaron MacLean In return for no detectable concessions, President Trump this week gave up on forcing open the Strait of Hormuz. Now, the Trump administration looks desperate for a deal to end the war with Iran. It’s easy to understand the desire to end the war, but are they blowing the chance at victory? Aaron MacLean makes sense of the administration’s latest moves—and Iran’s response—in his column today. Read full story Aaron MacLean and Niall Ferguson: Live in New York City Join Aaron MacLean and Niall Ferguson on May 19 for a live recording of School of War at the iconic New York Historical. In a conversation as timely as it is wide-ranging, Aaron and Niall will explore the strategic stakes of the moment, including the Middle East, China, and the future of American leadership on the global stage. Get Tickets Now [ Ted Turner, the Optimist Who Built CNN ](https://www.thefp.com/p/ted-turner-cnn-tribute) Joe Klein The man who gave us CNN and the 24-hour news cycle, Ted Turner, died Wednesday at the age of 87. Today, political writer Joe Klein—who almost ghostwrote Turner’s autobiography—remembers his friend, the American media mogul who stood out for his idealism and lack of a filter—something that got Turner in trouble more than once. “His was not a traditional intelligence, but one of horizon: Ted saw things before other people did,” Joe writes. Read full story [ Nothing Can Sink the Cruise Ship ](https://www.thefp.com/p/cruise-ship-hantavirus) Jillian Lederman A viral outbreak on a cruise ship that left three passengers dead has left some people wondering: Are cruise ships on the way out? Not so fast, says Jillian Lederman, who has been on many a cruise herself. Read her piece on why 38 million people a year take a cruise—and aren’t about to stop. Read full story [ The Great Writers Who Were Terrible People ](https://www.thefp.com/p/the-great-writers-who-were-terrible) Shilo Brooks Throughout history, some of the greatest literary geniuses have also been immoral bigots. In the latest episode of Old School, Shilo Brooks is joined by Eli Lake for a conversation about those geniuses, from Voltaire to Norman Mailer and Roald Dahl—and why we should read their work despite their odious prejudices. Listen on MORE FROM THE FREE PRESS [ Inside the Digital Intifada ](https://www.thefp.com/p/digital-intifada-social-media-hamas-terror) Warren Kinsella Read full story [ This Week in American History: Trump’s Over-Arching Problem ](https://www.thefp.com/p/this-week-in-american-history-trumps-over-arching-problem) Jonathan Horn Read full story [ Humanity Is Still Evolving—and Fast ](https://www.thefp.com/p/humanity-is-still-evolvingand-fast) Razib Khan Read full story THE NEWS Thirteen D.C. Metropolitan Police officers have been placed on administrative leave and could face termination after an internal investigation found evidence that crime statistics were manipulated to make the city look safer. The Republican-led House Oversight Committee previously alleged that former D.C. police chief Pamela Smith pressured officers to skew data. Tennessee Republicans unveiled a redrawn U.S. House map yesterday that would split up Memphis’s black-majority Democratic district, the latest move in a nationwide push to redraw congressional boundaries ahead of the midterms. The effort follows a Supreme Court ruling last week on Louisiana’s districts, which Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton said gave states the green light to redraw maps along partisan lines. Israel struck Beirut for the first time since a ceasefire with Hezbollah took effect last month, saying it targeted a commander of the militant group’s elite Radwan force in the city’s southern suburbs. The strikes risk destabilizing that truce at a delicate moment, as Iran and the U.S. report progress toward a deal to resolve their own standoff. The U.S. Air Force is aiming for a Fourth of July delivery of a Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar, hoping to add it to the Air Force One fleet in time for the U.S.’s 250th anniversary, Reuters reported. (For more on the controversy surrounding the aircraft, read Jed Rubenfeld’s piece “It’s a Terrible Idea, but Trump Probably Can Accept a Free Jet from Qatar.”) Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick testified privately before Congress that he has no memory of why he and his family dined on Jeffrey Epstein’s private island in 2012, according to Reuters. The admission contradicts Lutnick’s earlier claim that he had cut ties with the convicted sex offender well before that visit. Weeks before a former JPMorgan investment banker filed a lawsuit packed with explosive allegations, the bank reportedly offered him $1 million to settle his sexual assault and harassment claims, according to The Wall Street Journal. The suit, filed by Chirayu Rana, alleges he was sexually assaulted by a female colleague, subjected to racial discrimination, and forced into a degrading dynamic at work. JPMorgan says the claims lack merit, and the female colleague’s lawyers call the accusations fabricated. A new report from the Hartford Institute for Religion Research shows that, for the first time in roughly 20 years, church attendance is trending upward, with more people volunteering and clergy expressing renewed optimism. The study’s authors described the findings, based on a survey of more than 7,400 congregations, as showing signs of widespread recovery from low attendance numbers.