US military operations in Venezuela have sparked significant political debate, but a new national poll reveals that Americans from both major parties share one clear conviction despite deep divides on other matters. U.S. forces captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a large-scale operation in Caracas, President Donald Trump claimed early Saturday. A…
A 30-year-old New Jersey man was hit and killed crossing a busy Old Bridge route early Saturday morning, officials said. The tragedy highlights the need of nighttime and early morning pedestrian safety on major state highways. Officials reported a 1:25 a.m. Route 9 South crash near an Old Bridge vehicle dealership. Police came to find…
Paul Blackburn, who joined the Yankees after two seasons with the Mets, opened out about the clubhouse cultures. The pitcher said the Mets weren’t as tight as he imagined despite his unique experience. “It was definitely a different clubhouse than I’ve ever been a part of,” Blackburn said of Queens. He mentioned the players weren’t…
Back-to-back wins ended the Giants’ tough season, affecting their 2026 NFL Draft plans. Teams lacking quarterbacks often have the advantage of drafting first overall, which the Giants had in Week 17. New York fell to No. 5 after beating the Raiders and Cowboys. Those late-season wins got the Giants to 4–13, but they squandered the…
Only one regular-season game remains before the 2026 NFL playoffs. Game decides postseason bracket. Some tough games determine Wild Card Round playoff berths, matches, and scheduling. Fans may see the Super Bowl journey start. On Sunday, only the Steelers-Ravens game is doubtful. AFC North champion and No. 4 seed will be determined by that game….
Last week, the Philadelphia Eagles wanted to stay healthy for the playoffs. That choice was disadvantageous. After resting most of their players, the Eagles defeated 24–17 to the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field in Week 18. They missed the No. 2 NFC playoff seed. The Lions’ win over the Bears earlier in the day…
Former New Jersey Congressman Dick Zimmer, 81, died. Republican Zimmer was known for his lengthy and devoted devotion to the state and federal government, financial restraint, and child safety. His decades-long career shaped state laws and policies. Born in Newark, Zimmer grew up in Bloomfield. He lost his father at three. Mother worked hard as…
President Donald Trump’s administration has discreetly relaxed its stance on imported Italian pasta, which is likely to decrease price rises for American consumers and pressure on international food trade. The decision follows months of alarm after U.S. trade officials threatened severe sanctions on Italian pasta makers. The U.S. Commerce Department considered a high antidumping charge…
A military flyover abruptly hijacked ESPN’s Rose Bowl halftime coverage of Alabama vs. Indiana. This was one of the most talked-about College Football Playoff moments. A B-2 stealth bomber flew over the stadium, and McAfee, Hawk, and Butler responded immediately. ESPN was noticeably stunned by the incident. McAfee expressed his patriotism live on air. He…
An accident on the Garden State Parkway in Middlesex County killed a 31-year-old woman on New Year’s Day. Authorities claim Barnegat resident Tiara Muhammad was badly hurt when thrown from her car during the confrontation. Near Woodbridge’s mile marker 127.9 at 3:36 a.m. The New Jersey State Police said Muhammad hit a local-express lane barrier…
