NYC councilwoman who infamously bit cop’s arm creates defense fund to offset legal bills

A Brooklyn Democrat who became infamous for biting off a police officer's arm during a homeless shelter protest has since enlisted the support of protesters with ties to the Chinese Communist Party to set up a legal defense fund to pay his legal fees, The Washington Post has learned. Rep. Susan Zuan (D-Brooklyn) Documents submitted […]
Brendon McCullum tells ‘bit miserable’ Jos Buttler to enjoy rest of his career | Jos Buttler

Brendon McCullum has backed Jos Buttler as England captain to restore his country's reputation in the white-ball game, insisting he is “very confident” the 33-year-old is the right man to lead England's limited-overs team. But he also suggests Buttler's leadership is hampered by the fact that he is “not as expressive as some” and “can […]
RNC chair on Trump's California vote count comments: 'A little bit of a stretch'

Republican National Committee co-chair Michael Whatley said former President Trump's comments suggesting he could win California were “a bit of a stretch.” In an interview with TV psychologist “Dr. Phil” McGraw published on Wednesday, Trump said he could win California even if Jesus Christ were counting the votes. “If Jesus Christ came down and was […]
‘Bit weird’: swimming rivalry heats up as Kyle Chalmers hits back at Chinese snub claim | Paris Olympic Games 2024

A war of words erupted between the Australian and Chinese swimming teams at the Paris Olympics after three-time Olympian Kyle Chalmers criticised China’s Pan Zhanle for allegedly ignoring him poolside as “a bit strange”. Pan broke the world record in the 100m freestyle on Wednesday, winning gold while Chalmers, the 2016 Rio champion, took silver. […]
Conn. animal lover nearly dies after he was bit by rattlesnake he tried to help off road

An animal lover in Connecticut was attacked by a snake and nearly lost his life while caring for the reptile. Joseph Ricciardella, 45, was bitten Sunday night while trying to get a rattlesnake off the road to safety on his way to Torrington. A father of one was driving home when he saw a snake […]
Larry Wilmore Tells Rep. Byron Donalds Black Republicans Are A Bit Like ‘Raisins’ In ‘Potato Salad’

While discussing diversity with Republican Rep. Byron Donald of Florida at the Republican National Convention, comedian Larry Wilmore likened the increase in black Republicans to “raisins” in “potato salad.” Donald is talked Influencer Amber Rose also spoke on the first day of the election after the Republican Party formally nominated former President Donald Trump as […]
Teamsters Chief O’Brien’s Speech to RNC ‘Stings a Bit’

Former White House press secretary and MSNBC host Jen Psaki said Monday during the network’s coverage of the Republican National Convention that Teamsters President Sean O’Brien’s speech at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee came as “a bit of a shock” to Democrats. “I think this is a little bit painful. I don’t think it’s […]
Buying into Charlie Scharf’s 5-year turnaround plan for Wells Fargo just got a bit cheaper – CNBC

When Charlie Scharf took the reins at Wells Fargo five years ago, the bank was in turmoil. A series of scandals had put the 172-year-old bank under regulatory scrutiny, badly damaging its reputation and causing its stock price to fall by billions of dollars. Now in 2024, Wells Fargo looks like a completely different bank, […]
‘I’m A Bit Worried’: Black Female Swing-State Voters Tell MSNBC It’s Time For Biden To ‘Drop Out’

Two black women in Pennsylvania told MSNBC that President Joe Biden should withdraw from the presidential race following his Thursday debate performance. Biden spoke with a raspy voice and trailed off during the debate against former President Donald Trump, causing Americans to panic about his age and acuity for another term as president. The voters on […]
Powell: 'Quite a bit of progress' on inflation, but not enough to cut rates

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said Tuesday that “significant progress” has been made toward stabilizing prices, but the central bank needs to see improving inflation measures before cutting interest rates to stimulate the economy. “We want to have greater confidence that inflation is declining sustainably towards 2 percent before we begin the process of easing […]