Radio Host Questions Whether Robert Saleh Wearing Lebanese Flag Patch Played a Role in Jets Decision to Part Ways
A New York radio host claims New York Jets coach Robert Saleh was fired in part because of the Lebanese flag patch he wore on the field. Saleh was released on October 8 after consecutive losses, and the team started the 2024 season with a 2-3 record at that point. However, according to radio broadcaster […]
Congress races to patch $3 billion Veterans Affairs shortfall
Lawmakers are rushing to pass emergency legislation to plug a roughly $3 billion shortfall facing the Department of Veterans Affairs, with officials warning that benefits for veterans and their families are at risk if Congress doesn't act in the coming days. The House passed the bill with bipartisan support Wednesday night, and lawmakers from both […]
Effort to patch VA budget shortfall sees conservative resistance
Senate conservatives have shown early resistance to fast-tracking legislation to address a roughly $3 billion budget shortfall at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), with officials warning that benefits for millions of veterans are at risk in the coming weeks. Amid growing concerns about budget shortfalls, some senators had hoped they could pass a bipartisan […]
Yankees’ spiral worse than ‘rough patch’ after latest disaster defeat
These aren’t “tough times” as manager Aaron Boone sometimes refers to them. No, these aren’t just tough times. The Yankees seem to be in trouble, and if this team wants to get there, they need to start playing like champions. In other words, we need to wake up. This team is full of solid, experienced […]
Yankees’ rotation was main culprit during rough patch
TORONTO — If you ask the Yankees, they’ve gone from a hot start to a slowdown over the past two weeks, and just about everyone on the team can blame it on that. Outside of Aaron Judge, the lineup has struggled across the board, with some players even worse than others. The bullpen is in […]
Subway Series a chance for Yankees to reset amid rough patch
The Yankees entered the Subway Series in tough circumstances for the first time this season. The Yankees had lost just three of their first 22 series this season but have now lost three straight series heading into Tuesday’s showdown with the Mets at Citi Field. But the chance to play two games under slightly better […]
Soccer player suspended for covering up antihomophobia patch
Muslim footballer Mohamed Kamara was suspended for four matches after covering a pro-gay patch on his uniform with tape. Kamara is from Mali and plays in France’s top football league, Ligue 1. His club, AS Monaco, are one of the most consistently performing teams in Europe and currently sit second in the league standings at […]
Why so many wacky food mashups have taken over store shelves, from Sour Patch Kids Oreos to Pepsi Maple Syrup
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream typically draws customers with gourmet takes on classic ice creams like vanilla and pistachio. But every once in a while, the New York-based artisanal ice cream maker sneaks in a so-called “shock flavor,” like Hidden Valley Ranch or pizza. Amazing flavor combinations – think gravy jones Soda or Sour Patch Kid’s […]
Nashville cop axed after patch gives away OnlyFans cameo
That’s why it’s good to keep your hands visible. A Nashville police officer fired this week for appearing in an adult content video appears to have suffered a small pincushion on his uniform when he groped an OnlyFans star’s breasts. Officer Sean Herman was fired Thursday for wearing his uniform for a cameo appearance in […]
MLB Umps Force Cubs Pitcher to Ditch Glove with American Flag Patch
On Wednesday, a Major League Baseball umpire forced Chicago Cubs pitcher Luke Little to throw away his glove because it had a small American flag patch on one of his fingers. The decision was made as Little was preparing to pitch in the seventh inning of Chicago’s 4-3 win over the Houston Astros. However, when […]