Gavin Newsom’s gross response to The Post’s ‘testicle-crushing’ pose coverage backfires – sparking wave of memes

nypostPublished on 2025-12-08Last updated on 2025-12-08

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California Governor Gavin Newsom faced online backlash and became the subject of widespread memes after responding dismissively to a New York Post article about his controversial "testicle-crushing" pose. The Post's coverage, which included a video, highlighted the awkward moment, prompting Newsom to mock the outlet. His response was widely criticized as inappropriate and out of touch, further fueling ridicule and humorous reactions across social media platforms. The incident amplified scrutiny of the governor and drew significant public attention.

Once-jailed Long Island corruption watchdog now preps convicted white-collar criminals for prison: ‘Books don’t teach you that’

Christopher McPartland, a former top corruption prosecutor sentenced to five years in federal prison for obstruction of justice, now operates a consulting firm preparing white-collar criminals for incarceration. His services, offered through McPartland Federal Prison Strategies, cover prison life, safety, hygiene, and early release strategies—knowledge he gained firsthand. An attorney who uses his services defended McPartland, stating that his experience provides crucial, real-world insight that "books don’t teach." McPartland was convicted in 2019 for covering up a police chief's assault on a handcuffed inmate. After serving two years, he was released in 2023 and began his consulting career. His fees are not publicly disclosed.

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Once-jailed Long Island corruption watchdog now preps convicted white-collar criminals for prison: ‘Books don’t teach you that’

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John Lennon’s murder still cuts deep as fans gather in NYC to mark 45th anniversary

Fans gathered in New York City's Central Park on the 45th anniversary of John Lennon’s murder to honor the late Beatles legend. Despite freezing temperatures, around 80 people—including many from younger generations—paid tribute at Strawberry Fields. Among them was 19-year-old Niko Karchava from Georgia, who called Lennon his idol and inspiration as a musician. Seventeen-year-old Crystal Nguyen traveled from Washington state, recalling how Lennon’s message of love and peace resonates in today’s divided world. Approximately 14 musicians performed Lennon’s songs throughout the day. Lennon was shot and killed on December 8, 1980, by Mark David Chapman, who remains imprisoned. Attendees emphasized the enduring impact of Lennon’s music and vision for global harmony.

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John Lennon’s murder still cuts deep as fans gather in NYC to mark 45th anniversary

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Crypto, TradFi sentiment improves: Will Bitcoin traders clear shorts above $93K?

Over the past two weeks, Bitcoin has repeatedly tested the $90,000 range amid improved retail and institutional sentiment. Analysts from Bernstein and BlackRock's Larry Fink suggest the Bitcoin cycle is elongating, with sovereign wealth funds and institutions accumulating at lower prices. Strategy's recent $962.7 million BTC purchase—its largest since July 2025—supports this outlook. Despite the positive sentiment, Bitcoin faces resistance between $90,000 and $93,000, with order book data showing significant sell pressure starting at $90,000. However, a cluster of short liquidations between $94,000 and $95,300 could provide fuel for a potential push toward $100,000 if bullish catalysts emerge.

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Crypto, TradFi sentiment improves: Will Bitcoin traders clear shorts above $93K?

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Serial criminal Cinnabon worker in viral hate video denies she’s racist for bizarre reason

Former Cinnabon employee Crystal Wilsey, a 43-year-old with a lengthy criminal record, was fired after a viral video showed her using racial slurs against a Somali couple. Despite admitting to being racist in the footage, she later denied prejudice, citing her son with darker skin—which she attributed to a health condition, Addison’s disease—as proof. Wilsey has faced over a dozen charges, including child endangerment, drug possession, and disorderly conduct. A fundraiser supporting her has raised over $110,000, claiming she was harassed. Wilsey insists she was defending herself, not being racist.

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Serial criminal Cinnabon worker in viral hate video denies she’s racist for bizarre reason

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Saylor pitches Bitcoin-backed banking system to nation-states

Michael Saylor, CEO of MicroStrategy, is advocating for nation-states to establish Bitcoin-backed digital banking systems. He proposes using overcollateralized Bitcoin reserves and tokenized credit instruments to create regulated accounts offering higher yields than traditional deposits, which currently provide minimal returns in regions like Japan and Europe. Saylor suggests a structure with 80% digital credit, 20% fiat, and a 10% reserve buffer to reduce volatility. He claims such a system could attract trillions in capital flows and position a country as a global digital banking leader. This follows MicroStrategy's recent purchase of 10,624 BTC, increasing its holdings to 660,624 BTC. The article also references skepticism around Bitcoin's volatility and the viability of such products, citing MicroStrategy's own STRC offering, which has a $2.9B market cap but faces criticism over potential liquidity risks.

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