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Spike Lee’s Serial Killer Thriller Is Based on an Infamous Murderer?
Spike Lee captures the horror of the Son of Sam in Summer of Sam without glorifying the killer. The film showcases New York City as a character embodying self-destruction and fear. Summer of Sam is Spike Lee's cynical yet audacious and unhinged take on the chaotic summer of 1977. Spike...
Mets drop game, series to lowly Marlins
Christian Scott and Trevor Rogers matched zeroes early in this game, with Scott pitching out of a jam in the bottom of the third. Miami loaded the bases with one out on an infield single and a pair of walks, but Scott and escaped by striking out Jesus Sanchez and getting Otto Lopez to foul out.
Knicks should throw struggling center a lifeline
Omer Yurtseven had an impressive rookie season with the Miami Heat in the 2021-22 NBA season. He emerged as a legitimate prospect for the future. However, a bone issue in his left ankle left him sidelined for most of his sophomore year. He was then acquired by the Utah Jazz on a two-year deal, with the franchise choosing to waive the big man at the start of free agency. According to an NBA executive who spoke with Heavy Sports' Sean Deveney under the condition of anonymity, Yurtseven could be the answer to the Knicks' search for an Isaiah Hartenstein replacement. “For what...
Report: AL East rivals eyeing Cubs starter
Both the Yankees and Red Sox have checked in with the Cubs and discussed the potential availability of right-hander Jameson Taillon, USA Today’s Bob Nightengale writes in his weekly Sunday Notes column. The Cubs have yet to determine whether they’ll move any veteran pieces prior to the deadline, per...
Brewers add to bullpen depth with trade for inconsistent reliever
The Mets have dealt left-hander Tyler Jay to the Brewers in exchange for minor league right-hander TJ Shook, per a club announcement. Jay had been designated for assignment by New York last week to make room for lefty Alex Young on the club’s 40-man roster. The Brewers had an open spot for Jay on their 40-man roster after designating Joel Kuhnel for assignment earlier Sunday.
Knicks' conference opponent makes claim that will shock NBA world if it comes true
If the New York Knicks finished as the second-best team in the East again next season, that'd be a win. Even after re-signing OG Anunoby and trading for Mikal Bridges, the Celtics are still the conference favorite. The Sixers, who finished seventh in the conference last season, should be somewhere at the top after signing Paul George.
Northwell Health Taps Instacart for Nutrition Support
Northwell is leveraging Instacart Health’s tools to address social determinants of health among its patients, the companies recently announced. Northwell Health and Instacart are partnering to provide food and nutrition services to Northwell’s patients, the companies announced on Wednesday. New Hyde Park, New York-based Northwell Health is a...
Yankees 4, Rays 6: Late surge can’t overcome early wasted opportunities
It’s not that you can call today a lifeless performance by the Yankees’ starting nine — they tallied nine hits and six walks to put traffic on the bases, especially early. However, time after time they failed to come through with the clutch hit, finishing the day 2-for-10 with runners in scoring position and leaving nine men stranded. Aaron Judge finally broke that pattern, giving the team life with his seventh-inning three-run home run, but it was too little, too late.
Why Igor Shesterkin Is Entering Biggest Season Of Career With Mega Contract At Stake
Igor Shesterkin has the chance to become the highest paid goaltender in NHL history, which means there is a lot of pressure on him to perform this upcoming season.
Yankees Social Media Spotlight: All-Star and Draft Week
It’s Sunday once again, and you know what that means — it’s time for our weekly social media roundup! Although the Yankees did not play for the majority of this week, the baseball schedule was filled to the brim, with the All-Star Game and Major League Baseball Amateur Drafts being held this week. What did the Yankees do with their free time, or their trip to Arlington? Let’s find out!
5 dogs abandoned in NJ home, in nailed-shut closets with cig burns
IRVINGTON — Five neglected pit bulls were rescued from an abandoned home in the Essex County Township, according to a report by News 12. The Best Friend Dog and Animal Adoption in Cranford was first alerted to two dogs left outside the property on July 3. Upon further investigation, rescuers went into the house and found three other pit bulls in the basement, nailed inside closets with no food and water, said The Best Friend Dog and Animal Adoption president, Lauren Denoma.
Slashing at Hofstra Incites Concerns Amongst Students About Their Safety
Two people were assaulted with a knife by a group of masked men outside of the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Center on Wednesday, June 19 at 4:20 p.m., where the Academy Charter High School was hosting their graduation ceremony. Since Wednesday, six men have been charged with gang assault and weapons charges after being taken into police custody, according to FOX5 NY.
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