April 22, 2019
Father of American boy killed in Sri Lanka speaks out
The grief-stricken father of the young Washington, DC, boy killed in Sri Lanka’s Easter Sunday bombings broke his silence on Monday, saying the terrorists who murdered his son have no...
Steven Matz delivers outing he and Mets desperately needed
Bryce Harper provided plenty of fireworks in his first visit to Citi Field with the Phillies, but Steven Matz stole the show on Monday night. Facing the same Phillies team...
Washington set to become first state to allow 'human composting'
Washington is on the verge of becoming the first state to allow the environmentally friendly practice of "human composting" — which turns dead bodies into soil within weeks. The state...
Sri Lankan officials issue social media blackout following Easter attacks
Sri Lankan officials have pulled the plug on most social media to prevent the spread of fake news following Sunday’s terror attacks. Officials aim “to prevent speculative and mischievous attempts...
Brodsky Organization doubles down on Pacific Park complex
The Brodsky Organization is doubling down at Pacific Park, the 22-acre Brooklyn mega-complex that’s re-energized after years of false starts and dawdling. Powerhouse residential developer Brodsky has joined master site...
Death toll in Sri Lanka Easter attacks rises to more than 300
The death toll from the Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka has reportedly soared past 300. The country’s state minister for defense, Ruwan Wijewardene, announced the new number early Tuesday...
Sports reporter claims Luke Walton sexually assaulted her
Sacramento Kings coach Luke Walton is being sued for allegedly sexually assaulting a sports reporter when she went to his hotel room for help with a book she was writing....
Dead man found on Brooklyn subway tracks
MTA workers found a dead man on the subway tracks at a Brooklyn L-train station on Monday night, police said. A straphanger spotted the man on the tracks and pulled...
Roy Disney's granddaughter slams Bob Iger's 'insane' salary
An outspoken Disney heir’s criticisms of CEO Bob Iger’s pay as “insane” has cast a Klieg light on the industry’s executive pay.
New York on the verge of higher gas prices
Big Apple gasoline prices are headed upward for warmer weather and the vacation season. A gallon of regular is hovering at $3 in the city, after climbing from a 2019...
New Jersey really needs to rethink its legal weed tax
A while back, I wrote that New Jersey’s proposed tax on marijuana sales — at $42 an ounce — was too high and I predicted that would result in people...
Elizabeth Warren wants Amazon broken up — but still shops there
WASHINGTON — Sen. Elizabeth Warren admitted to shopping at online retail giant Amazon Monday — even though she wants the online retail giant broken up, because she says it's crushing...
Baseball that brought Mets first victory finally comes home
How far can one baseball go? It can cross state lines, help the needy and forge new bonds. It can serve as a welcome buried treasure, the very existence of...
NY Press Club has no business honoring CNN's Jim Acosta
The New York Press Club says it’s catching heat for picking CNN’s Jim Acosta for an award it gives out each year. And that criticism is well deserved. Keep it...
De Blasio's 'green' skyscraper idea is pure stupidity
There’s a concrete reason for Mayor de Blasio’s notion to ban New York city’s “classic glass and steel skyscrapers” — he’s got rocks in his head. Has any officeholder ever...
Bryce Harper goes ballistic over ejection for arguing strike call
Bryce Harper is out of the Mets’ hair for one night. The Phillies slugger was ejected from Monday night’s game at Citi Field in the fourth inning for arguing a...
De Blasio: Glass skyscrapers 'have no place on our Earth'
Yabba-dabba-don’t. Mayor Bill de Blasio is preparing to take New York City back to the stone age — by making “glass and steel” skyscrapers extinct. Still flirting with a run...
AOC says her election bid wasn't 'rational' in Netflix movie trailer
New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez admitted she was not “rational” for challenging powerful incumbent Joe Crowley, according to a trailer released Monday for a Netflix documentary about her win.
Militia group was training to assassinate Soros, Clinton, Obama: feds
A New Mexico man is accused of illegally detaining migrants at the US border with his right-wing militia group, which — according to him — was also training "to assassinate...
Bed Bath & Beyond's board overhaul fails to please hedge funds
Bed Bath & Beyond’s splashy announcement of a board overhaul on Monday failed to boost the stock — or ward off a looming proxy battle by a trio of angry...
Court battle ignites over 'bad cop list' of NYPD officers
Prosecutors across the city are using secret spreadsheets to identify cops who could have trouble on the witness stand because they’ve been sued, arrested, accused of misconduct or testified suspiciously...
Mom arrested for having meth near baby bottle
GRAHAM, N.C. — Sheriff's deputies in North Carolina have filed multiple charges against the mother of a 21-month-old child after saying they found methamphetamine near a baby bottle. The Winston-Salem...
State senator asks constituents to send tips about Capitol corruption
Send the state your tips on corruption — just don’t send too many. State Sen. James Skoufis announced Monday that the Committee on Investigations, which he chairs, is soliciting tips...
De Blasio vows to end contract with city's wireless network provider
Mayor Bill de Blasio vowed Monday to put an end to the city’s problem-plagued internal wireless network, which crashed earlier this month and has morphed into a nearly $900 million...
Australian man recalls when his wife, daughter died in Sri Lankan attack
An Australian man described the moment he witnessed the deaths of both his wife and daughter moments after the devastating Easter Sunday suicide attacks in Sri Lanka. Sudesh Kolonne told...
Teen's $1B suit claims Apple's facial recognition software led to false arrest
He’s trying to save face. A New York man filed a $1 billion lawsuit against Apple, claiming the tech giant’s facial-recognition software wrongly blamed him for stealing from Apple stores....
Elon Musk promises robot fleet of Tesla taxis by end of 2020
If Elon Musk gets his way, there will be more than a million Tesla vehicles on the road with self-driving technology by the middle of next year — and a...
Amy Klobuchar has wonderfully cringey town hall moment
Presidential hopeful Amy Klobuchar had her own "please clap" moment during a CNN town hall event on Tuesday night when she told an audience that they were "supposed to cheer."
A mix of Peyton and Eli, Daniel Jones is perfect fit for Giants in NFL draft
He is the man who helped develop Peyton Manning and coached Eli Manning, and when you listen to him talk, respected quarterback guru David Cutcliffe gives you the unmistakable impression...
Todd Frazier's return comes with more health hits for Mets
The Mets welcomed Todd Frazier back to the lineup on Monday, but their bullpen took a hit when left-hander Justin Wilson was placed on the injured list with a sore...
Hiker finds cute puppy, gets a howling surprise
A hiker in Southern California thought he had found an abandoned puppy in a canyon recently. The cute animal, however, was not all that it seemed. The San Diego Union-Tribune...
Democratic leaders double down on muzzling impeachment talk
WASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Democratic leaders doubled down on calls for fellow Dems to back off presidential impeachment talk Monday, according to sources. Pelosi held a caucus...
Yankees had little choice but to let Gio Gonzalez walk
ANAHEIM, Calif. — Gio Gonzalez was signed to a minor league contract late in spring training to provide rotation insurance. However, with no openings in a unit that has performed...
Republicans fold from standing up for campus free speech
On Monday, the National Association of Scholars released a statement signed by over 100 prominent educators and public figures that calls on Congress to include protections for campus free speech...
Nxivm head allegedly has history of sexual interest in young girls
Yet another woman who was allegedly raped as a child by the leader of the accused sex cult Nxivm could take the stand at his upcoming trial, according to new...
Sri Lanka terror vindicates Pompeo-Trump warnings
It was only a few weeks ago that much of the mainstream media was criticizing the Trump administration for the “Christianization” of US foreign policy. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s...
Break allows Islanders to welcome back versatile winger
Maybe the biggest beneficiary of the Islanders’ long break is winger Cal Clutterbuck, who returned to practice Monday for the first time since he left Game 4 of the opening-round...
Woman with bomb-making 'library' admits to supporting ISIS
A Wisconsin woman who used social media to spread a “virtual library” of bomb-making instructions pleaded guilty to attempting to support ISIS on Monday, authorities said. Waheba Issa Dais, 45,...
Impeachment is now the deranged fantasy of rage-driven Dems
The collusion fantasy has officially given way to the impeachment fantasy. The Left’s passionate investment in the Mueller investigation had much to do with shock and disbelief at Trump’s victory...
Nurse accused of giving formula to baby against mom's wishes fires back
A baby nurse accused of sneaking formula to an infant against her breastfeeding mother’s wishes says the Manhattan mom’s allegations against her are just a “bully tactic” to get back...
Magic Johnson finally finds a way to help Lakers without tampering
It's been less than two weeks since beloved NBA great Magic Johnson shockingly stepped down as Lakers president without telling a single soul prior to his announcement, leaving co-owner Jeanie...
Fake heiress Anna Sorokin declines to take the stand
She finally found a spotlight she didn’t like. Accused fake heiress Anna Sorokin declined to take the stand Monday as her five-week fraud trial came to a close. After days...
Red Sox woes continue as Nathan Eovaldi set for elbow surgery
The already suffering Red Sox didn't need this. Starter Nathan Eovaldi, who received a reported four-year, $68 million contract his offseason, will undergo surgery to remove loose bodies in his...
Building injustice by politicizing the parole system
Such is the state of New York’s “turn ’em all loose” criminal justice system these days that the deciding vote to parole former domestic terrorist Judith Clark was cast by...
Russell Wilson thanks Seahawks linemen with Amazon stock
Russell Wilson and his Seattle Seahawks linemen are primed for a new season. Wilson, the elusive quarterback, signed a massive four-year, $140 million contract last week to make him the...
Mets get the Jacob deGrom diagnosis they were hoping for
The Mets officially got the news they were hoping for on Jacob deGrom, who underwent an MRI exam Monday after experiencing soreness in his elbow playing catch on Thursday. “It...
Standing up for excellence and opportunity at NYC’s top high schools
Students, families and alumni of the city’s specialized high schools just got new allies in their fight to stop Mayor Bill de Blasio from destroying those elite schools. On Monday,...
De Blasio’s double standard on fighting climate change
"Let’s make clear, this is just a part of my life,” Mayor Bill de Blasio hot-aired Monday when asked how he justifies his daily 11-mile SUV cavalcade to the gym,...
How this stripper with Parkinson's keeps on dancing
Anthony Catanzaro first noticed something was wrong when he was crouched inside a gigantic cake for a gig in 2013. Catanzaro — a male stripper who has performed some 6,000...
The growing bullpen problem baseball didn't see coming
The bunched NL East may come down to which of the four main contenders does the best job fixing their bullpen. Except what if in 2019 that is going to...
Vladimir Putin to host Kim Jong Un 'soon' for summit in Russia
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is officially heading to Russia for a summit with President Vladimir Putin — with the visit expected to happen "soon," according to officials.
All the grimy places you're missing while spring cleaning
With the city in bloom, temps are up and ice-cream trucks are out — and so are allergies, the remnants of flu season and, somehow, measles. Take advantage of spring...
Rangers vs. Athletics: Mike Minor should keep Texas' winning ways going
The Rangers have been one of the most profitable teams in baseball to start the 2019 season and send Mike Minor to the mound to try to keep their solid...
'What We Do in the Shadows' boring vampire based on bank workers
Colin Robinson is that guy, coffee cup in hand, lurking on the periphery of your office cubicle, waiting patiently to trap you in a morass of time-sucking, aimless conversation. But...
Brenda Jackson, mother of Dale Earnhardt Jr., dies after cancer battle
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (AP) — Brenda Jackson, mother of Dale Earnhardt Jr. and a longtime employee at JR Motorsports alongside her daughter Kelley Earnhardt Miller, has died following a battle with...
Customers at Robert Kraft-connected spa say they were illegally filmed
Customers of the Florida massage parlor where Robert Kraft is accused of paying for sexual favors are fuming over being allegedly filmed by authorities during legal rubdowns. Nearly three dozen...
Is your greedy dentist ripping you off with unnecessary visits?
It's a widely held belief that patients need to see their dentist for cleanings every six months — but is there science propping up the idea of biannual dentist visits?...
Body of fallen Marine and FDNY hero returns home
The remains of fallen FDNY firefighter and US Marine Christopher Slutman were returned to the Bronx on Monday as firefighters braved the rain to pay their respects during a funeral...
Three-game Citi Field series will say a lot about NL East
As the New York Mets open a three-game series Monday night at Citi Field against the Philadelphia Phillies, it’s clear that what happens “inside” the National League East amongst contenders...
Eli Manning connects with former Giants favorite like old times
Eli Manning isn't dwelling over his murky Giants future. The Big Blue quarterback courted a few of his current teammates, along with one of his all-time favorite targets, to join...
Jets' sudden Ed Oliver NFL draft buzz: Legit or Raiders smokescreen?
The Jets' draft may feature an Oliver twist. There has been buzz in recent days that the Jets may be interested in selecting Houston defensive lineman Ed Oliver with the...
Fired toxicologist lands $1M settlement from city
The city has agreed to pay $1 million to a toxicologist who claimed she was fired by the Medical Examiner's Office for speaking out against its use of a controversial...
Sri Lanka victims too disfigured to identify: 'It's just their shoes'
Hospital workers have been struggling to identify the victims from Sunday's deadly Sri Lanka bombings, according to a report.
Brian Cashman raves about Clint Frazier as Yankees keep limping
Brian Cashman isn’t offering encouraging news on several of the Yankees’ injured stars. The longtime general manager said Monday that the Bombers’ latest sidelined regular, Aaron Judge, will be out...
Retired UK firefighter, girlfriend victims of Sri Lanka attacks
A former firefighter and his girlfriend were identified on Monday as being victims of the tragic Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka.
Judge, lawyer struggle over what to call dildo at Vincent Parco trial
Things got down and dirty in a Brooklyn courtroom Monday when the judge and defense lawyer got into a debate -- over what to call a dildo at trial. Judge...
'Easter bunny' unleashes wild street beatdown
Thumper sure can clobber. A person wearing a full-body Easter bunny costume hopped to the rescue — unleashing a slapstick-style beatdown on a man on a Florida street, according to...
Yankees add veteran infielder for depth
The shorthanded Yankees announced they have signed veteran infielder Brad Miller to a minor-league contract. The 29-year-old Miller, who belted 30 home runs for Tampa Bay in 2016, was designated...
Man arrested for murder after he allegedly shot would-be carjacker
A Colorado man was arrested for allegedly killing a thief after he caught the man trying to break into his truck. Brice Fitch, 24, told police the incident unfolded when...
Nightmarish 'fatbergs' are clogging New York's sewers
He’s got the dirtiest job in New York — and that says a lot.
Desperate women in Venezuela are selling their hair
VENEZUELA — Valery Díaz covered her eyes and held her breath before looking in a hair salon mirror to see herself without much of the long dark hair that used...
Dem establishment has no idea how to beat Bernie again, other commentary
Conservative: Can Dem Establishment Beat Bernie Again? You’ve heard it all before: Outsider with grassroots support leads a crusade against the party establishment and its institutions. He says some things...
Mexico sees spike in homicides
MEXICO CITY — Homicides in Mexico rose by 9.7% in the first quarter of 2019 compared to the same period of 2018, reaching 8,493 killings in the first three months...
Swimming in near-freezing water cured my chronic migraines
"Desperate" times calls for desperate measures. For migraine sufferers, the disabling pain of their extreme headaches can lead them to look for relief in some unusual places — like one...
Earth Day: 20 beautiful photos of our planet
20 photos of our beautiful planet
Fordham student honored at huge funeral after tragic fall
Speakers at the funeral for the Fordham University senior who plunged to her death from a clock tower struggled to be heard above the sobbing crowd Monday. Hundreds of mourners...
SpaceX's latest engine test ends in plume of orange smoke
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — SpaceX has suffered a serious setback in its effort to launch NASA astronauts into orbit this year, with the fiery loss of its first crew capsule....
How astrology is being used in the new Thai king's coronation
BANGKOK - Pondering whether her job is the right fit and whether her romantic relationship is meant to be, Jarunun Sangjun, 27, does what any typical Thai would do: seek...
Homeless activists outside Notre Dame demand ‘a roof too’
PARIS — Dozens of public housing advocates protested outside the gutted Notre Dame in Paris Monday to demand that France’s poorest be remembered after donors pledged $1 billion to rebuild...
'Straight from the heart': Mullin opens up about St. John's exit
Chris Mullin felt in his heart it was time to leave St. John's. He stepped down this month after four years as coach at the school where he starred in...
Pelosi: Impeachment is not the only way to investigate Trump
WASHINGTON - House Speaker Nancy Pelosi reminded Democrats Monday that they don’t have to pursue impeachment to investigate President Trump. “While our views range from proceeding to investigate the findings...
Sean Marks' eruption was aimed at more than just these Nets
PHILADELPHIA -- Nets GM Sean Marks didn’t address the media about his barging into the referees' locker room after Saturday’s Game 4 that got him suspended for Tuesday’s Game 5...
'Game of Thrones' Season 8: Who will survive the Night King's army?
With only four “Game of Thrones” episodes to go, season 8 is quickly heading to its bloody finale. Next Sunday’s episode 3 will be the series’ longest, at 82 minutes,...
Over 1,000 climate protesters arrested in London last week
LONDON — British police say more than 1,000 people have been arrested since mass climate change protests began in London one week ago. Police said Monday the arrest total stands...
Samsung delays foldable phone launch
Samsung is postponing the release of its upcoming folding smartphone as it works to figure out why the $2,000 gadget keeps breaking. The Korean tech giant, which had launch events...
Influencer denies swimming in sacred lake after backlash
An Instagram model has issued a statement after receiving harsh criticism over an untagged photo she posted to the social media platform of her swimming in a serene lake in...
Millennial men most likely to be fooled by scams, robocalls
Phone scammers are making make more money than ever and their easiest targets are millennials and men, according to a new report. Americans have lost an estimated $10.5 billion to...
FDA clears the first device for treating ADHD in children
There’s new hope for children with ADHD. A device that sends electrical currents through the brain is now available for doctors to prescribe to kids, who can wear it while...
'Avengers: Endgame' pregame: 21 Marvel films ranked from best to worst
After 11 years, 22 movies and a six-figure cape dry-cleaning bill, the first stage of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is drawing to a close. With “Avengers: Endgame," the story...
Most people believe climate change will cause humanity's extinction
Three in four Americans think climate change will eventually result in the extinction of humanity, according to new research. A new survey of 2,000 Americans aiming to reveal just how...
NYPD cops probed for refusing to enter ax-attack flat: sources
Two Brooklyn cops responding to Saturday’s deadly ax attack blew off one victim’s pleas for them to check on her nearly decapitated friend and her young daughter — because the...
Dwayne Haskins unbothered by 'crazy' NFL Draft rumors
Dwayne Haskins won’t attend the 2019 NFL Draft later this week in Nashville, but the Ohio State quarterback insists he’s tuning out any projections that his stock might be slipping...
Bold NFL draft predictions: Giants QB surprise, Jets trade
Think you know everything that’s going to happen in this week’s NFL draft and how it’ll go down? You don’t. Neither do NFL general managers, coaches and scouts. The NFL...
NYPD makes arrest in subway conductor stabbing
Police have charged a man they say stabbed a subway conductor in the Bronx Easter morning. Harlem resident Walter Rivera Jr., 20, faces charges of assault and criminal possession of...
Vulture causes motorcycle crash that killed married couple in Kansas
A vulture caused a motorcycle wreck in Kansas that killed an Army veteran of five tours of duty and his wife, neither of whom was wearing a helmet, according to...
Kansas zookeeper attacked by tiger is out of intensive care
KANSAS — Officials say a Kansas zookeeper who was attacked by a Sumatran tiger is out of intensive care. Topeka city spokeswoman Mally Hadfield says the woman is stable and...
Texas town reflects on dragging death of James Byrd Jr. on eve of execution
TEXAS — A technology company was almost ready to bring up to 300 new jobs to Jasper, Texas, but in the final stages of recent negotiations, a potential deal-breaker emerged:...
These are the snacks most likely to be snatched by a food thief
Do you know where your snacks are? Four in 10 Americans admit to being food thieves, according to new research. Americans’ biggest targets are our friends, co-workers and partners, with...
American killed in Sri Lanka attacks remembered as 'big-hearted'
The first American named as a Sri Lanka terror attack victim was hailed as "big-hearted and full-spirited" Monday in a moving tribute by his boss. Dieter Kowalski, 40, had checked...
Nxivm leader used abortions without a care: lawyer
The leader of the upstate alleged sex cult Nxivm considered abortions to be a regular part of his sexual routine, his lawyer said Monday. The comment came as lawyers for...
Ben & Jerry's petitions Congress to expunge marijuana convictions
The famous Vermont ice cream company, Ben & Jerry's has created a petition calling on Congress to expunge prior marijuana convictions and provide pardons to anyone whose only crime was...
Dad charged with intentionally shooting toddler son in face with shotgun
A Michigan father intentionally shot his 2-year-old son in the face during a heated argument with the boy’s mother last Tuesday, prosecutors said. Michael Christopher Glance, 32, faces multiple felony...
Jacob deGrom takes next step amid critical Mets doctor visit
Jacob deGrom went to the outfield and started playing catch on Monday at Citi Field, and followed it up with a bullpen session -- making it three straight days the...
How bad weather spawns negative Yelp restaurant reviews
The customer is always right — maybe, unless it's raining. A new study appearing in the Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Research has revealed that no restaurant is safe from...
NASA spots gigantic 'jellyfish' in space
Jellyfish have been on Earth for approximately 500 million years, making them the longest surviving creature on the planet. But now, NASA has a "jellyfish" of its own in space....
Jerk tosses coins at plane for good luck, gets whole flight delayed
Yet another airline passenger in China has been detained for throwing coins at a plane before takeoff. While boarding a China Southern Airlines flight in the Guangxi Zhuang region’s capital...
Yankees and Gio Gonzalez break up as his market forms
Gio Gonzalez's return to the majors won't come in pinstripes. The Yankees declined to add the veteran southpaw to their 25-man roster, officially making him a free agent, the team...
Suspect in Corvette nabbed after 2-hour chase: cops
A man wanted in Georgia led cops on a two-hour chase across two counties in Indiana that ended just outside a cemetery after asking a homeowner to hide him from...
New sketch, video released in 2017 murders of teens hiking in Indiana
Investigators announced they've taken a "new direction" in the unsolved murders of two Indiana girls who vanished more than two years ago on a hiking trail. Police on Monday released...
Experts reveal why syphilis is on the rise again
Syphilis — once thought to be largely eradicated in the industrialized world — is on the rise in the United States and other industrialized nations, especially in rural areas, where...
Fifth-grader at posh DC school among hundreds killed in Sri Lanka attacks
A fifth-grader at the posh Sidwell Friends school in DC where the Obama daughters and Chelsea Clinton attended was identified Monday as one of those killed in the Sri Lanka...
Doctors warn fashionistas to 'stay away' from platform sandals
'90s-era platform sandals are back — and foot doctors are horrified. Last week, Steve Madden reintroduced his iconic foam platform sandals as part of a capsule collection for Urban Outfitters....
Trump disputes Mueller report: 'Nobody disobeys my orders'
President Trump claimed that members of his White House staff always carry out his orders, disputing claims in special counsel Robert Mueller's report that aides often ignored his commands. "Nobody...
Internet bots are getting better at imitating humans
Bots are becoming a bigger threat as they get smarter, a new report says. A whopping 73.6% of bad bots are so-called Advanced Persistent Bots, which use anonymous proxies, change...
Billionaire joins push to stop de Blasio's high school admissions test plan
Cosmetics tycoon Ron Lauder is bankrolling a multimillion-dollar effort to stop Mayor Bill de Blasio from eliminating the admissions test to the city's top high schools, sources told The Post...
All 6 people aboard small plane killed in Texas crash
All six people aboard a small plane were killed when it crashed early Monday in Texas, officials said. The twin-engine Beechcraft BE58 crashed while preparing to land at Kerrville Municipal...
'Snake' Donovan McNabb ignites second Carson Wentz war
Carson Wentz has faced unusual pressure this offseason, and his trusted offensive tackle is already earning a hefty paycheck. Lane Johnson recently stuffed Donovan McNabb over critiques the Philadelphia Eagles...
Man checking out gun of NYPD cop pal accidentally kills self
A rookie NYPD officer’s buddy grabbed his gun to take a look while the two played video games on Easter morning -- but he ended up killing himself when it...
Phenom gymnast stuns in final UCLA performance
UCLA's Katelyn Ohashi capped off her collegiate gymnastics career in style. The gymnast, who captivated audiences -- including Magic Johnson -- earlier this year after landing a perfect score, performed...
Collection of David Carr's writings coming in 2020
NEW YORK — Writings by the late David Carr, the revered author and journalist, are coming out in book form next year. Ta-Nehisi Coates, a friend whom Carr once mentored,...
Kids at White House Easter Egg Roll ask Trump about the wall
A child attending the Easter festivities at the White House on Monday allegedly encouraged President Trump to build the wall on the southern border. “I will. Oh, it’s happening. It’s...
Elizabeth Warren unveils plan to cancel $640B in student loan debt
Sen. Elizabeth Warren rolled out a sweeping plan Monday to cancel $640 billion in student loan debt and end tuition at the nation’s public universities — funded by higher taxes...
Florida middle school girls arrested in alleged plot to kill 9
Two 14-year-old Florida girls face charges after authorities say detailed notes were uncovered describing their grisly plot to kill nine people. Delaney M. Barnes and Solonge N. Green were arrested...
Man who served 12 years after wrongful conviction dies in hit-and-run crash
An Australian man who served 12 years in prison on a wrongful conviction was fatally struck in Los Angeles in a hit-and-run crash, officials said. The deadly crash involving 56-year-old...
Subway Spider-man turns moving trains into his playground
Deyvid Wolf Garcia is earning a following on Instagram for his epic parkour videos and photos. In his latest video, Garcia tackles the ultimate urban challenge — leaping over New...
De Blasio's Green New Deal will ban 'classic glass and steel skyscrapers'
Mayor Bill de Blasio's so-called Green New Deal will ban "classic glass and steel skyscrapers," he said Monday. "We are going to ban the classic glass and steel skyscrapers which...
Judge rejects juror misconduct claims in Karina Vetrano case
A Queens judge on Monday rejected allegations of juror misconduct in the Karina Vetrano trial — and the slain jogger's convicted killer will be sentenced Tuesday. Chanel Lewis' lawyers had...
Easter Sunday blasts rip through Sri Lanka
Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka ripped through churches and luxury hotels, killing more than 200 people.
Four Americans confirmed dead in Sri Lanka terrorist attacks
At least four Americans have been confirmed dead in the Sri Lanka terror attacks, it was revealed Monday. The US Embassy in Colombo, the nation's capital, revealed the latest tally...
Ex-UFC fighter killed in rideshare dispute
Former UFC fighter Rodrigo de Lima was killed Sunday, when he allegedly was run over by a rideshare driver following a dispute in Belem, Brazil. The 26-year-old de Lima was...
Idiot busted posing as officer after pulling over undercover cop
A Florida man was busted for posing as a cop when he tried to pull over an actual detective, officials said. Matthew Joseph Erris, 26, was arrested Tuesday after he...
White deputy caught on video punching black teen, slamming head on pavement
A sheriff’s deputy in Florida is on restricted duty after being caught on video punching a black teen in the head after he was pepper-sprayed and slamming his face into...
Mets legend has found kidney he needs
Ed Kranepool is finally getting his wish. The Mets legend is due to get a new kidney next month, Kranepool and the team confirmed Monday. Kranepool will be at Citi...
Herman Cain withdraws as Fed board nominee
President Trump announced Monday he is pulling his controversial nomination of former pizza chain CEO Herman Cain to the Federal Reserve Board after encountering stiff resistance on Capitol Hill. “My...
Pothole saves Nebraska man's life
There's one less reason to complain about potholes. Emergency responders said a Nebraska man has a giant pothole to thank after the jolt from one brought his racing heart back...
NFL draft’s biggest red flags: Inconsistent QB, star pass-rusher
One of the biggest questions surrounding Kyler Murray's 2019 NFL Draft status was put to rest at the combine: We now know he stands at 5-foot-10. Depending on which draft...
Construction worker crushes dance moves and the ground
A construction worker in Brooklyn, New York, was spotted performing some sweet dance moves on the job. A passerby filmed the worker shaking his moneymaker while making a living compacting...
Tesla dispatches team to probe video of Model S exploding in China
US electric vehicle maker Tesla Inc. said it has sent a team to investigate a video on Chinese social media that showed a parked Tesla Model S exploding, the latest...
The horrifying moment a woman is dragged under subway train
A harrowing video shows the moment a San Francisco straphanger’s hand got stuck in a subway door as it left the station — dragging her under the train. In the...
United passenger shaves head in-flight, grosses out business class
This guy is not invited to the mile-high club. Instagram watchers are disgusted by a video featuring a man buzzing his head while seated in the business class section of...
Trump: Since Mueller didn't find any crimes, I can't be impeached
President Trump argued that Democrats can't impeach him because special counsel Robert Mueller did not find that he committed any crimes. "Only high crimes and misdemeanors can lead to impeachment....
Tigers prospect was 'almost decapitated' in accident
Here is another Tiger with an incredible comeback tale to tell. Dustin Peterson, an outfielder with the Detroit Tigers, recently recounted a horrific minor-league incident in which he claims he...
Army sergeant killed in freak skydiving accident
A US Army sergeant was killed in a recreational skydiving accident in North Carolina, police said. Sgt. 1st Class Justin Goff, 29, died after a solo jump early Sunday at...
Second wave makes this flu season the longest in a decade
NEW YORK — Three months ago, this flu season was shaping up to be short and mild in the US. But a surprising second viral wave has made it the...
'Hero' cybersecurity expert pleads guilty to creating malware
MILWAUKEE — A British cybersecurity researcher credited with stopping a worldwide computer virus has pleaded guilty to developing malware to steal banking information. Federal prosecutors in Wisconsin and Marcus Hutchins’...
Mom mourns aspiring actress daughter dragged to death on subway
The mother of a Brooklyn woman killed in a subway tragedy in Union Square remembered the 21-year-old aspiring actress as an "amazing, beautiful" person who died after "a bad day...
Woman indicted in 1975 cold case murder dies before trial
GEORGIA — The suspect in the 1975 death of a teenager in Georgia has died before she could be put on trial. Georgia news outlets report that 16-year-old Cheryl White...
Futuristic hat is perfect for sleepy commuters
This sleeping guy found the perfect subway hack: a light-up baseball cap asking fellow straphangers to wake up him before he misses his stop. “Wake Me Up Before I Go...
United Methodists edge toward breakup over LGBT policies
NEW YORK — There’s at least one area of agreement among conservative, centrist and liberal leaders in the United Methodist Church: America’s largest mainline Protestant denomination is on a path...
Camille Kostek helps Gronk adjust to retirement life
Rob Gronkowski and girlfriend Camille Kostek enjoyed some fun in the sun on Easter Sunday.
Scientists say Hurricane Michael was actually a Category 5 storm
The science of tracking hurricanes has seen huge advancements in recent years, allowing forecasters to better predict paths and overall impact of the large storms before they actually reach land....
Fan's head causes Bruins-Leafs playoff TV outrage
It was the head seen all around the world, uniting two rival fan bases in the midst. There were the Maple Leafs, trying to tie Game 6 to clinch the...
Buffett-backed Kraft Heinz eyes turnaround with new CEO
Kraft Heinz Co named Miguel Patricio as its next chief executive on Monday, hoping the 30-year marketing veteran will revitalize brands such as Planters nuts and Oscar Mayer bacon at...
UFC star's kid struggles to watch dad's face get punched in
Max Holloway’s son, Rush, is fast becoming the most popular kid in the UFC. The 7-year-old Hawaiian follows his dad around wherever he goes and has already started jiu jitsu...
Toddler stuck 'used condom' from McDonald's in mouth: report
A McDonald's customer in Australia says she was "sickened" to find her 2-year-old daughter stuck a "used condom" she found at the chain in her mouth, according to a report....
Doctor-services firm says private data of patients exposed
DALLAS — Nationwide physician-staffing company EmCare says a breach exposed personal data for about 31,000 patients, including in some cases their Social Security numbers and clinical information. EmCare Inc. said...
2019 New York International Auto Show: The hottest rides
At the 2019 New York International Auto Show — taking place at the Javits Center through Sunday — car shoppers can check out the latest from Toyota, Lincoln and Hyundai,...
Supreme Court to decide if civil rights law applies to LGBT people
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court will decide whether the main federal civil rights law that prohibits employment discrimination applies to LGBT people. The justices said Monday they will hear cases...
Twin brothers driving separate cars charged with DWIs after crash
A pair of twins driving separate cars rear-ended a police vehicle after a fatal wreck in Texas, injuring two deputies who were investigating an earlier crash, authorities said. Deputies in...
Trump sues to block House Democrats' subpoena of his finances
President Trump has gone to court to block a subpoena from the House Oversight Committee seeking information about the finances of his businesses, arguing the move “has no legislative purpose.”...
Russell Westbrook alters reporter war after Thunder disaster
Players such as his old buddy Kevin Durant plead for questions about the game being played on the court. Perhaps Russell Westbrook's one-man media war helps distract from the basketball...
De Blasio tries to explain daily SUV trips amid pitch for his Green New Deal
He has sued Big Oil and wants to make the city carbon neutral by 2050 — but Mayor de Blasio says being driven to the gym in a gas-guzzling SUV...
Sri Lankan authorities knew names of terrorists weeks before bombings
Sri Lankan authorities were warned more than two weeks before the devastating attacks that killed at least 290 — and even had names of suspects, officials admitted Monday. “Fourteen days...
Sri Lanka declares state of emergency after terror attacks
Sri Lanka declared a state of emergency Monday, giving authorities new powers to tackle suspected terrorists following the Easter Sunday suicide bombings that killed at least 290. The president's office...
Ezekiel Elliott fat-shamed by fans over Instagram post
Ezekiel Elliott may be one of the most intimidating playmakers in the NFL today, but even he isn't immune to internet trolls. Over the weekend, the Cowboys running back participated...
Flyers cut ties with Kate Smith, remove statue outside stadium
The Philadelphia Flyers have removed a statue of Kate Smith from outside the team’s arena following allegations of racism against the late singer, team officials said. The removal of the statue...
Columbine-obsessed teen Sol Pais likely killed herself before manhunt
The Columbine-obsessed teen who flew to Colorado and bought a weapon likely killed herself before officials launched a massive manhunt, according to authorities. The body of Sol Pais was found...
Disabilities won't stop these New Yorkers from looking fabulous
Earlier this year, actress Selma Blair revealed she had multiple sclerosis, and that she struggled with putting on the kinds of everyday items most of us take for granted: blouses...
White House aims to reduce Iranian oil exports to 'zero'
The Trump administration significantly ramped up the economic pressure on Iran Monday when it announced it will no longer grant waivers for a number of countries to import oil from...
Trump congratulates Ukraine's new president, offers US support
President Trump congratulated Volodymyr Zelensky on his presidential victory in Ukraine, calling the election "an important moment in Ukraine's history," the White House said. Trump "underscored the unwavering support of...
Islamic terrorist group blamed for Sri Lanka bombings
The radical Islamic terror group National Thowheed Jamath was officially blamed Monday for the series of coordinated bombings that killed at least 290 people and wounded 500 on Easter Sunday...
Rep. Seth Moulton latest to enter crowded Democratic presidential race
Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton launched his presidential bid on Monday, the 19th Democratic candidate to enter the 2020 race. Moulton, a Marine veteran who earned a Bronze Star while fighting...
Billionaire fashion mogul loses 3 children in Sri Lanka attacks
Denmark’s richest man lost three of his four young children when one of Sunday’s suicide bombers in Sri Lanka struck the upscale hotel where the family was staying. Three days...
American man on business trip among dead in Sri Lanka bombings
A Denver man has been confirmed as the first American victim of the Sri Lanka terror attacks. Dieter Kowalski, 40, checked into the Cinnamon Grand Colombo around 3:45 a.m. Sunday...
Roomba makes baby’s ‘tummy time’ 100% cuter
A cute 3-month-old was no fan of “tummy time” until her mom decided to put the little bundle of joy on a Roomba. The parents captured the infant’s fun and...
Stop & Shop execs reach agreement after Biden-backed employee strikes
BOSTON — Stop & Shop supermarket workers and company officials reached a tentative contract agreement Sunday that includes wage increases for all associates and maintains health coverage, according to news...
Travelers warned of more possible terror attacks in Sri Lanka
US State Department officials are warning travelers to exercise “increased caution” amid fears that more terror attacks could slam Sri Lanka. “Exercise increased caution in Sri Lanka due to terrorism,”...
Off-duty NYPD officer arrested in wild road-rage brawl
An off-duty NYPD officer, her sister, and two other people were arrested Sunday following a wild road-rage brawl in Queens. Officer Marlena Nelson, 37, was hit with two counts of...
IED found near Sri Lanka's main airport hours after Easter attacks
A "homemade" pipe bomb -- measuring six feet in length -- was found late Sunday near Sri Lanka's main airport hours after the deadly Easter attacks. The improvised explosive device...
Woman dumps bag of puppies next to a dumpster in Coachella
A woman was caught on video surveillance footage tossing a bag of puppies near a dumpster behind an auto parts store in Coachella, California. The heartless puppy dumper is being...
Clint Frazier has become Yankees' 'dangerous,' unlikely savior
Clint Frazier homered again in Sunday’s 7-6 win over the Royals in The Bronx. He’s now tied for the team lead with Gary Sanchez with six. Asked about his confidence,...
Mets' Amed Rosario mess is only getting worse
ST. LOUIS — Amed Rosario has five errors in his past five games, but the Mets shortstop shouldn’t expect a day off anytime soon. “We don’t have another shortstop, so...