NEW YORK — A comedian who warmed up the crowd at Donald Trump’s rally here Sunday described Puerto Rico as an “island of garbage,” attracting widespread criticism and triggering a Trump campaign statement disavowing the remark. The comedian, Tony Hinchcliffe of the “Kill Tony” podcast, was one of several opening speakers who lobbed sexist, racist and otherwise … Read more
Donald Trump’s campaign condemns speaker at Madison Square Garden rally after Kamala Harris makes play for Puerto Rican voters with days to go before the 5 November election The fight for Puerto Rican voters emerged as an unlikely campaign theme on Sunday, after superstar Bad Bunny backed Kamala Harris for president, minutes after a speaker at Donald Trump’s triumphalist New York rally … Read more
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, one of the openers for former President Donald Trump at his Madison Square Garden rally on Sunday, referred to Puerto Rico as “a floating island of garbage,” a joke that drew immediate criticism from Democrats and two Florida Republicans—and led Trump’s campaign to distance itself. Hinchcliffe—a roast comic who hosts a live … Read more
Though not fully reminiscent of the rivalry’s heyday in the mid-1990s — when the San Francisco 49ers and the Dallas Cowboys played each other in three straight NFC championship games from 1992 to 1994 and one of them won the Super Bowl every year — the 49ers and the Cowboys have been three of the … Read more
The Biltmore Estate is currently assessing damage and will remain temporarily closed following devastating rains from Tropical Storm Helene, which caused catastrophic flooding in the Asheville area. “Due to significant flooding, impassable roads, and widespread power outages in our region from Tropical Storm Helene, Biltmore is temporarily closed,” read a statement on Saturday from the … Read more
A week ago, Hurricane Helene barreled into Florida, ravaging cities and towns along the Gulf Coast while millions of people further inland braced for even more rain. The storm, which was predicted to cause widespread devastation, lived up to the warnings, leaving roads flooded, homes destroyed, and power grids obliterated. Initially, many areas seemed to … Read more
Astros Fall Short in Wild Card Series, Ending 2024 Season The Houston Astros’ 2024 season came to a disappointing end in the Wild Card series, marking an abrupt conclusion for a team with high postseason aspirations. After battling through a competitive regular season, the Astros couldn’t overcome their final hurdle, as they were outplayed in … Read more
Tigers Sweep Astros in AL Wild Card, Set to Face Guardians Next In a thrilling turn of events, the Detroit Tigers swept the Houston Astros in the American League Wild Card series, securing their place in the next round of the playoffs. This victory sends them to face the Cleveland Guardians in the AL Division … Read more
What is Rosh Hashanah? Here’s What to Know About the Jewish Holiday that Starts Wednesday Rosh Hashanah is one of the most significant holidays in the Jewish calendar, marking the start of the Jewish New Year. As we approach this year’s celebration, starting Wednesday evening, many people are curious about its traditions, meaning, and why … Read more