Recep Karaca
Position: Chief Editor Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Rutgers University, New Jersey Master’s Degree in Media Studies, Columbia University, New York Career: Began as a political reporter for The Star-Ledger in Newark. Worked as an editorial director for NJ Spotlight News. Joined DailyNewsEn in 2021 as Chief Editor, leading the newsroom with a focus on impactful reporting. Expertise: Politics, investigative journalism, and policy analysis. Notable Achievements: Awarded the New Jersey Press Association Medal for Outstanding Editorial Leadership.
‘Wonder Woman’ Rumor: Ben Affleck's Batman To Make A Cameo?
The upcoming “Wonder Woman” film will take place years before the time of “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,” but rumor has it that...
Book review: After a brain disease, patient lives in ‘The Perpetual Now’
CaptionCloseIn December 2007, a woman named Lonni Sue Johnson, 57, lost a lot of her past. She contracted viral encephalitis, a potentially deadly infection,...
Poetic objects: Artist creates found-object art boxes inspired by literature
CaptionCloseWard Sanders is a unique artist who creates elegant boxes and other estranged objects (like open “Altars”), which often tweak the absurdities of life...
Warriors lose Kevin Durant, then game against Wizards
WASHINGTON — Even after Kevin Durant injured his left knee and departed only 93 seconds in, and even after Golden State trailed by as...
Cutting Darrelle Revis a no-brainer after $39 million mistake
Darrelle Revis was one of the greatest draft picks in New York Jets history -- and the worst free-agent signing. It's not often a...
Nikola Jokic records third triple-double as Nuggets score key road win over Chicago Bulls
CHICAGO - Nikola Jokic had already signed Serbian flags, doled out high-fives and flashed a wide grin to the portion of the United Center...
"Ghost Tower" haunts Bangkok 20 years after financial crisis
CaptionCloseBANGKOK (AP) — The 49-story Bangkok high-rise was supposed to feature luxury condos for hundreds of newly affluent Thai families, but it was abandoned...
Clear Lake reopens to motor boats, ending two-week closure over flooding
Clear Lake, a prime year-round destination for anglers and economic engine for Lake County businesses, reopened to motorboats Tuesday, bringing relief to many of...
Dodgers nearing a deal to air 10 games on KTLA
As the Dodgers’ television blackout enters its fourth season, the team and its TV partner are working to make selected broadcasts available to all...
‘Beauty And The Beast’ Spoilers: Disney Introduces Its First Gay Character
For the longest time, Disney has only featured straight characters in its movies. But their latest live movie adaptation “Beauty and the Beast” is...
Why Masahiro Tanaka’s radar gun issue isn’t alarming Yankees
TAMPA — Larry Rothschild isn’t going to fret over the readings coming out of the speed guns tracking Masahiro Tanaka’s pitches.“I know he will...
R&B star will lead lineup for RiverJazz 2017 in Bethlehem
Aaron Neville arrives at the 2015 MusiCares Person of the Year event at the Los Angeles Convention Center on...
Akron Zips fall to last place Miami at home, 79-75
AKRON, Ohio -- The Akron Zips lost a double-digit lead the final 10 minutes and lost to the last-place...
See how Orange County homebuilding soared in 2016
Homebuilding and new home sales soared in Orange County last year, driven by job growth, rising demand and an abundant supply of...
Voter beware: Don’t fall for the tricks of political junk mail: Susan Shelley
If you’re the kind of Californian who votes in most elections, you have by now received stacks of the political mail sent...
Kathleen Parker: Grading the president
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump, the human ruler, as in measuring stick, is at it again, this time grading his performance as president.Appearing on Fox...
PEACEmeal is much, much more than delicious dinner
PEACEmeal When: 4-8 p.m. March 2Admission: $15, cash or check onlyWhere: Myriam's Table Cafe, 221 W. Main St., LigonierDetails: 724-238-4584 or facebook.com/myriamstableSign up for...
Red Wings become sellers, Blackhawks bring back Oduya in deadline deals | Toronto Star
DETROIT—The Detroit Red Wings, after 25 straight playoff appearances, are in the unusual position of selling at the trade deadline. Detroit traded defenceman Brendan...
Trading for Shattenkirk is Capitals' latest all-in move
WASHINGTON — Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan didn't feel any pressure to make a move before today's trading deadline because of Washington's impressive collection...
Mets are ready for the David Wright worst
PORT ST. LUCIE — David Wright now has a name for the problem threatening his latest comeback attempt, only further clouding an already murky...
United, immediately after years of declining revenue, hits the thrusters
United Airlines, which lost the distinction of becoming the world's largest carrier following shrinking for numerous years, plans to regain lost ground...
Jets inform veteran CB Revis he will be released
Two years after bringing home Darrelle Revis with the richest contract in franchise history, the New York Jets have informed their former Pro Bowl...
Dodgers LHP Scott Kazmir focused on health, mechanics
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Scott Kazmir has spent a lot of time this spring rummaging through the lost-and-found. He’s convinced his old pitching...
Why 2017 is the year of Lady Gaga
With the news that superstar Beyonce, who’s pregnant with twins, had to back out of the 2017 Coachella Valley Music and Arts...
John Elway’s latest grand plan for Broncos will gain clarity at combine
INDIANAPOLIS — The NFL scouting combine has been mocked for its drills that seem antiquated and irrelevant, from the 40-yard dash to the long...
Josh Fortune aims for one last flurry of 3-pointers for CU basketball
Sometimes, things don't go as planned. It's part of both the allure and the disappointment that comes with major college athletics. Josh Fortune...
Kevin Koe rink back on its game heading into Brier | Toronto Star
CALGARY—If Kevin Koe and his teammates are experiencing something like curling’s version of the Stanley Cup hangover, they say the Brier is more than...
Trump adviser gets comfy on Oval Office couch during key visit | Toronto Star
It’s the photo that’s getting all the attention: Kellyanne Conway, senior adviser to President Trump, sitting with her feet up on a couch in...
John Furlong receives standing ovation at UBC event after initially being uninvited | Toronto...
VANCOUVER—John Furlong received a standing ovation at a University of British Columbia fundraiser Tuesday while protesters gathered outside to draw attention to what they...
Trump signals drastic shift on immigration, says he’s open to offering legal status for...
President Trump told news anchors on Tuesday that he is open to a broad immigration overhaul that would grant legal status to millions of...
Kelsey Plum and Seattle’s all-time greatest basketball players
CaptionCloseWashington's Kelsey Plum became the all-time scoring leader in NCAA women's basketball history on Saturday. Check out Plum and the rest of the best...
Christie drops plan to overhaul school funding, issues new challenge
TRENTON -- Opponents of Gov. Chris Christie's plan to dramatically overhaul New Jersey school aid long considered it "dead...
Should the Confederate flag be banned from public schools?
The Orange County Board of Education just rejected a petition to ban the Confederate flag from school grounds. The local NAACP...
Do Cell Phones Cause Cancer? Most Evidence Suggests No
Cell phones have become an ubiquitous part of life for many people, and present the possibility to connect areas of the world that have...
New 'Avatar' Game Is Currently Being Developed By Studio Behind 'The Division'
Ubisoft studio Massive has announced that it’s currently working on a new game based on James Cameron’s “Avatar” film franchise. As part of the...
Maryland Zoo adopts pair of orphaned grizzly bear cubs
The Maryland Zoo's newest residents are a rowdy pair, tackling and pawing at each other, digging up a magnolia and dragging around an old...