Short-term rental costs in NJ and NYC surge over 1,500% per night during World Cup games

Property owners in the area are capitalizing on the influx of soccer fans during the World Cup by significantly raising short-term rental prices. Some are reportedly increasing rates by as much as 1,500 percent per night, looking to cash in on the wave of football enthusiasts arriving for matches starting June 13 at MetLife Stadium […]
Struggling Padres let go of Nick Castellanos after a disappointing 39 games.

Nick Castellanos has seen his opportunity in Major League Baseball come to an end. The San Diego Padres designated the veteran outfielder for assignment on Wednesday, following a lackluster performance over 39 games. To fill his spot, they signed Samad Taylor, a versatile player from Triple-A El Paso. Castellanos, who is 34, had joined the […]
Inside the well-equipped anti-ICE coalition shelter searched by federal agents near Delaney Hall — where protestors engage in puzzles and games

A coalition opposing ICE saw their tent outside the Delaney Hall immigration detention center in New Jersey raided by federal agents on Monday. This incident revealed various supplies that activists had been storing amid escalating tensions in the area. Photos capture a variety of items, including cases of Spindrift seltzers, puzzles, games, stuffed animals, books, […]
World Cup visitors hiring NYC escorts for $10,000 a day to engage in activities between games

The upcoming World Cup is drawing top soccer talent to the New York area, and interestingly, it’s also increasing interest from sex workers. As the arrival of about 1.2 million soccer fans looms, there’s been a noticeable rise in escort bookings ahead of eight games at MetLife Stadium, running from June 13 to July 19. […]
New York City will restrict traffic during the 2026 World Cup games with an enhanced ‘gridlock alert’ system.

Midtown Traffic Restrictions During World Cup Midtown Manhattan is set to face significant traffic restrictions. Mayor Zoran Mamdani announced on Friday that the area will be under a “traffic alert” for the duration of the eight matches in the 2026 World Cup, anticipating large crowds of soccer fans. The transportation plan outlines measures such as […]
Mikal Bridges believes that starting away games can be beneficial for the Knicks.

The Knicks are enjoying some well-deserved downtime, resting in their own beds and spending time with family after achieving a second consecutive sweep. Yet, they remain focused as they gear up for their first game on the road during the NBA Finals. “I think just being on the road and in a challenging environment can […]
Hailey Van Lith released by Connecticut Sun after only nine games, indicating a second dismissal in less than a month.

Haley Van Lith’s Journey Takes a Surprising Turn Haley Van Lith’s rocky beginning in the WNBA faced another unexpected twist on Thursday. The Connecticut Sun decided to part ways with Van Lith after she played just nine games, which included three starts. Once considered a shining star at the University of Louisville, her recent career […]
Mets struggle in nearly every aspect against Reds as their losing streak reaches five games

On Tuesday night at Citi Field, there was considerable chatter about the Knicks potentially making it to the NBA Finals. Meanwhile, it felt like everything happening was just noise, detracting from the game at hand. With the Mets now on a five-game losing streak, including a 7-2 defeat to the Reds, it seems the Knicks […]
The Enhanced Games, backed by Donald Trump Jr, were deeply disappointing.

Trump Jr. and the Unfortunate Launch of Enhanced Games Donald Trump Jr. seems to have taken a page from his father’s playbook, but maybe not in the way he hoped. He co-hosted the inaugural Enhanced Games in Las Vegas this past weekend, but, frankly, most attendees seemed to ignore him entirely. It’s hard not to […]
Tech-funded ‘Enhanced Games’ in Las Vegas were a complete failure.

The Enhanced Games: A Mixed Bag of Results The recent “Steroid Olympics,” officially called the Enhanced Games, took place in Las Vegas, and it was supposed to be thrilling, showcasing world records and a potential overhaul of sports as we know them. However, it didn’t quite live up to the hype. The event, backed by […]