Dave Portnoy gives update on ‘beef’ with Bill Simmons — after hiring Ryen Russillo away from The Ringer

Dave Portnoy said he is no longer beefing with Bill Simmons after writing in his new book, “Cancel Me If You Can” that The Ringer founder repeatedly blew off his interview requests in the early days of Barstool Sports. Portnoy — who, in 2003, founded Barstool Sports in his native Boston — also denied that … Read more

Scottie Scheffler’s diaper bill gets hilarious assist from PGA Tour star

When Scottie Scheffler isn’t dominating PGA Tour tournaments, he’s usually playing practice rounds at Royal Oaks Country Club, a private golf course in Dallas, Texas, where he lives. Scheffler is the only PGA Tour star at Royal Oaks, as Si Woo Kim has recently joined there as well. But it sounds like these two have … Read more

‘Still in shock’: Tourist appalled at server’s disgusting note on breakfast bill after making a simple request

Not the kind of “secrete” ingredient she was looking for. A Brazilian tourist in Italy was shocked and appalled after waitstaff at a restaurant instructed the chef to “spit” in her food as an alleged goof. “I’m still in shock, I can’t believe this happened to me,” victim Maria Clara told local media. The receipt … Read more

California bill seeks to ban sale of ‘unicorns’, glowing rabbits and other gene-edited pets

Lions, tigers… and unicorns? Genetically modified pets including glow-in-the-dark rabbits, hypoallergenic cats and dogs, and real-life unicorns could soon become a reality after a bill to ban the sale of such creatures failed to advance in the California Senate. Assembly Bill 1382, known as the Ethics Over Aesthetics Act, stalled in the Senate Appropriations Committee … Read more

ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen dead at 93: ‘Visionary and an innovator’

ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen died at the age of 93 at his Florida home Tuesday from the effects of Parkinson’s disease, according to the network. Rasmussen’s creation changed sports coverage forever and cemented his place as one of the most influential sports television figures ever. “Bill was a remarkable man — a visionary and an … Read more

Diaper danger: California bill would force manufacturers to disclose ingredients

While ingredient lists are mandatory for nearly all baby products, diaper manufacturers are curiously exempt from disclosing what their nappies are made of. Now, a California lawmaker is making it his mission to ensure parents are informed and companies are held accountable. “Parents deserve better than a guessing game, especially when it comes to a … Read more

Veterans can pocket up to $1K extra for books, supplies under revamped GI Bill

It pays to serve. Eligible veterans can score up to $1,000 every year in extra cash under a newly updated Post-9/11 GI Bill — an education benefit program run by the US Department of Veterans Affairs. The Post-9/11 GI Bill helps veterans, service members, and eligible family members pay for college, graduate school, and vocational … Read more

Shake Shack responds to alleged ‘no tip’ fee slapped on customer’s bill

Shake Shack responds to alleged ‘no tip’ fee slapped on customer’s bill

They’re denying the Shake-down accusations. Shake Shack has addressed viral allegations that it imposed a “no tip” fee at self-checkout, claiming that the apparent surcharge was actually a glitch in the system. The controversy erupted after TikTok creator B.D. Powell claimed he was charged for not leaving a gratuity at one of the burger monger’s … Read more

Hourly workers could see a major overtime pay bump if new Senate bill passes

Hourly workers could see a major overtime pay bump if new Senate bill passes

Millions of Americans could see double the pay for working overtime under a newly proposed federal bill. Lawmakers have recently introduced the Double the Wage for Overtime Act, which would increase the rate for hours worked beyond 40 hours to double pay. The proposed bill was would adjust the Fair Labor Standards Act, a law … Read more

Airlines could ban certain disruptive conversations on flights under ‘passenger sanity’ bill

Airlines could ban certain disruptive conversations on flights under ‘passenger sanity’ bill

Airplanes are about to be as quiet as libraries. Gone are the days of having to shush flyers or throw some nasty side-eye at your seatmate because Congress has officially introduced another bill to ban phone calls during flights. The Quiet Skies Act is a rare move of bipartisan legislation that would “finalize a ban … Read more

Tiger Woods, Bill Belichick ripped in scathing ESPYs monologue

Tiger Woods, Bill Belichick ripped in scathing ESPYs monologue

A pair of all-time greats were the targets of a few jabs at the ESPY awards Wednesday. Bill Belichick received an early rip from host Marcello Hernández, with the comedian quickly turning to the North Carolina football coach’s relationship with 25-year-old girlfriend Jordon Hudson. “In 1973, hockey players didn’t wear helmets,” Hernández began. “Basketball had … Read more

Exclusive | Bill Belichick’s daughter-in-law blames order for arrest ordeal on ‘fumble’

Exclusive | Bill Belichick’s daughter-in-law blames order for arrest ordeal on ‘fumble’

The order for arrest that was issued for Jen Belichick earlier this week has been recalled, and the attorney representing Bill Belichick’s daughter-in-law in the case is blaming the whole ordeal on a “fumble.” Jen became a wanted woman in North Carolina on Monday after she was accused of skipping out on a mandatory July … Read more

Exclusive | Bill Belichick’s daughter-in-law Jen reacts to order for arrest

Exclusive | Bill Belichick’s daughter-in-law Jen reacts to order for arrest

Jen Belichick doesn’t seem to be sweating the recent order for her arrest. Hours after The California Post reported Bill Belichick’s daughter-in-law was wanted in North Carolina for blowing off a mandatory court date, she appeared to make light of the situation on her Instagram Stories. Jen Belichick at UNC game in 2025. BACKGRID She … Read more

Exclusive | Judge orders arrest of Bill Belichick’s daughter-in-law in North Carolina

Exclusive | Judge orders arrest of Bill Belichick’s daughter-in-law in North Carolina

Bill Belichick’s daughter-in-law is wanted in North Carolina. A Brunswick County judge issued an order on Monday for the arrest of Jen Belichick, the spouse of North Carolina defensive coordinator Steve Belichick, according to court records viewed by The California Post. Bill Belichick’s daughter-in-law, Jen Belichick, was seen watching a UNC game last year. Filmsbyjosh … Read more

NFL WAG rages over $20K hospital bill for childbirth — after doc shows up for just ‘3 f–king minutes’

NFL WAG rages over K hospital bill for childbirth — after doc shows up for just ‘3 f–king minutes’

The pregnancy pangs of labor and delivery don’t compare to the pain-in-the-pockets new parents feel once that hospital bill gets delivered.  Giving birth to a little baby costs moms like Allison Kuch big bucks. But the 30-year-old influencer, married to former NFL defensive end Isaac Rochell, 31, didn’t bank on being hit with a $20,000 … Read more

Bill Simmons’ epic post-colonoscopy Jaylen Brown trade reaction: ‘I had a Paul George rammed up my ass’

Bill Simmons’ epic post-colonoscopy Jaylen Brown trade reaction:  ‘I had a Paul George rammed up my ass’

Bill Simmons wasn’t coherent. He’d just woken up from anesthesia.  But when his wife picked him up from his colonoscopy Wednesday, she revealed news to her husband that he couldn’t believe: Jaylen Brown was traded to the 76ers for a package including Paul George.  “I think I’m dead. I think I died. The anesthesia killed … Read more

New federal bill calls for $25 minimum wage nationwide — that’s still not enough to get by in some states

New federal bill calls for  minimum wage nationwide — that’s still not enough to get by in some states

Living wages could see a major boost. Since 2009, the federal minimum wage has been set at $7.25 an hour. However, Democrats in Congress have a new proposal that would see it jump to $25. But some lawmakers say it’s still not enough. The Living Wage for All Act was introduced back in April and … Read more

Jalen Brunson is a top-50 all-time NBA player after Knicks title: Bill Simmons

Jalen Brunson is a top-50 all-time NBA player after Knicks title: Bill Simmons

Bill Simmons believes Jalen Brunson’s championship run has changed the way he should be viewed historically. The Ringer founder said Brunson now belongs among the top 50 players in NBA history after leading the Knicks to their first championship since 1973, capped by a 45-point performance in New York’s Game 5 win over the Spurs. … Read more

The $2 bill gets the boot as production hits zero — collectors may be to blame

The  bill gets the boot as production hits zero — collectors may be to blame

Keep holding on to those $2 bills — soon there may be none left to collect.  As America approaches its 250th anniversary next month, the US Mint is celebrating the milestone with special coin releases, but the semiquincentennial also marks a pause in $2 bill printing. The Federal Reserve’s print order for $2 bills this … Read more

Longtime NHL broadcaster Bill Davidge dead at 72

Longtime NHL broadcaster Bill Davidge dead at 72

Bill Davidge, a staple in the Ohio hockey community who was a longtime broadcaster for the Columbus Blue Jackets, died on Tuesday, the team announced Wednesday. He was 72. Nicknamed “Dapper” by his colleagues for always showing up with his hair perfectly done while wearing a suit, Davidge made his presence felt almost everywhere in … Read more