August 8, 2019
Latest Biden blunder: 'Poor kids' are just as bright as 'white kids'
Gaffe-prone presidential hopeful Joe Biden put his foot in his mouth during an Iowa campaign stop on Thursday when he told a group of predominately Asian and Hispanic voters that...
Vietnam War airman's remains flown home by pilot son
The remains of a Vietnam War airman were flown home to Dallas Love Field Airport on Thursday by his pilot son — who had waved his father off to battle...
Sam Darnold 2.0 immediately turning heads
Sam Darnold’s first throw of the preseason was not pretty. He threw toward wide receiver Quincy Enunwa on the sideline, but Giants safety Jabril Peppers nearly intercepted it. That would...
Daniel Jones' unveiling couldn't have gone better for Giants
The only way to stop Daniel Jones was to unleash the fury of Mother Nature. Nothing else could stop him as he made his much-anticipated NFL preseason debut. The Giants...
Mayors vs. Mitch: Leaders demand recess end for gun bills
More than 200 mayors, including those in cities rocked by recent mass shootings, called on the Senate to return to Washington immediately to pass gun-control measures — but Majority Leader...
Lovey dovey: Woodstock LP’s iconic couple still has a groovy thing goin’
As 20-year-old sweethearts, Nick Ercoline and Bobbi Kelly were immortalized as the poster (flower) children of Woodstock. A photograph of the couple — wrapped in a tender embrace and a...
Prosecutor who helped craft Jeffrey Epstein plea deal resigns from DOJ
A prosecutor who is being probed for helping negotiate the secret plea deal that allowed pedophile Jeffrey Epstein to avoid federal charges in 2008 has resigned from the Justice Department,...
Yankees keep bashing at an unprecedented pace
TORONTO — On Opening Day, every Yankees employee would have been elated if told that in the second week of August, their club would be running away with the AL...
Equestrian allegedly shot by ex-Olympian feared for her life
A former US dressage Olympian shot an award-winning equestrian on the grounds of his ritzy, 53-acre New Jersey sprawl — days after she wrote online that her life had been...
California cops release graphic video of stabbing spree
Graphic video released Thursday shows a crazed gang member using two large knives to slash a female office worker during a stabbing rampage in Southern California in which he allegedly...
Twitter giving conservatives the silent tweetment
When Ben Goldey, a House communications director from Kentucky, saw a Facebook Live video of protesters outside Sen. Mitch McConnell’s house, he immediately took a screen grab of the video...
New Media, Gannett on the upswing after Post exclusive
These two publishing giants might want to cancel their road show — thanks to The Post. One day after The Post revealed that top executives from New Media Investment and...
Jordan Spieth bounces back from ugly round
Thursday’s Northern Trust first round for Jordan Spieth was a bit of a show-me moment — for himself. After posting two rounds in the 60s at the Wyndham Championship last...
IRS hits East Harlem daycare owner with $6M bill for unpaid income taxes
City records show the IRS filed the massive bill with the city Department of Finance on July 31 against Mariana Conforme, a 64-year-old Ecuadorian immigrant who lives in the Jefferson...
Inside Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino's 'Jersey Shore' wedding
The Sitch got hitched. On "Jersey Shore: Family Vacation," fans of the reality show got a front-row seat to Mike "The Situation" and Lauren (née Pesce) Sorrentino's wedding. Though the...
NYC’s ‘best restroom’ fails smell test
It’s supposed to be the Big Apple’s best bathroom, and then some — but I’d only give it a No. 2. The New Museum of Contemporary Art’s water closet has...
Pacific Standard shutters online investigative magazine
Pacific Standard, an online investigative magazine, is shutting down abruptly after its backer said it was pulling the plug on the 11-year-old, not-for-profit journalism venture. “Today is an extremely difficult...
The Mets' magical run has all led up to this
Michael Conforto is among the handful of Mets who actually remembers what it’s like to play in a big series for the team this late in the season. There was...
What Shari Redstone won’t say about a Viacom deal
CBS and Viacom reported earnings on Thursday — and refused to discuss what everyone wanted to know: the status of their merger plans. “We will not be responding to questions...
Uber stock plunges after whopping $5.2B quarterly loss
Uber shares plunged 6.3 percent in late trading to $40.27, after the ride-hailing giant reported a disappointing quarter capped by a record $5.2 billion loss. Uber said it lost a...
Competing with the Paltrows: 'Hamptons anxiety' is no joke
The metric of happiness among the Hamptons elite is best captured in a tip-jar survey that once sat on the counter at Jack’s Stir Brew in Amagansett. Jar #1: “Would...
Billionaire Stephen Ross faces new crisis: LIRR at Hudson Yards
Stephen Ross, the billionaire real estate developer getting flak for his Trump fundraiser in the Hamptons, is facing yet another headache — thanks to the Long Island Railroad, The Post...
Liberty National didn't stand a chance
On Wednesday, the eve of the Northern Trust at Liberty National, Dan Fireman, the president of the club and son of its founder, Paul Fireman, was asked what he’d like...
Yankees banking on 2017-like rebound from Masahiro Tanaka
TORONTO — The Yankees have their fingers firmly crossed that Masahiro Tanaka can pull out of a slide in time to help them in October as he did two years...
MTA wants to pull pensions from LIRR overtime abusers
The proposal — put forward in collective bargaining documents recently filed to the National Mediation Board — comes as the agency faces multiple probes after workers were found logging seemingly...
Review: 'Bat Out of Hell: The Musical' pummels the senses
A radioactive “Romeo and Juliet,” set in a dystopian city whose teens are stuck in their current age forever.
FDNY firefighter busts window with hammer, saves kid left in hot car
An FDNY firefighter had to bust a child out of a hot car in Queens on Thursday -- breaking its driver-side window with a hammer -- after the kid was...
White House staff reviewing possible Blagojevich commutation: Trump
The White House is reviewing whether or not President Trump should commute the sentence of former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich because his 14-year sentence is "severe," Trump said Thursday. Trump...
Air Canada blasted for asking 12-year-old girl to remove hijab
Air Canada is under fire after one of their employees allegedly forced a 12-year-old girl to remove her hijab before getting on her flight in San Francisco. Fatima Abdelrahman, a...
The hard lessons the Mets learned to get to this point
A few weeks ago, the Mets were on life support. Now they are more dangerous than ever with pitching and hitting finally in sync. They believe the hard lessons learned...
Brooklyn councilman wants MTA to offer free rides on major holidays
A Brooklyn councilman wants the MTA to spread some much-needed holiday cheer to straphangers by offering free rides on major holidays. Councilman Justin Brannan, a south Brooklyn Democrat, plans to...
Northern Trust a reminder of Jeff McNeil's former life
It was a tantalizing day of wondering what might have been for Jeff McNeil. Don’t, however, misconstrue that as it being a day with even a nanosecond of regret for...
Trent Williams' Redskins holdout due to issues with training staff
Trent Williams' time with the Redskins appears to be done. The 31-year-old tackle has not reported to Washington since the conclusion of the 2018 regular season. He has missed OTAs,...
Dana White is done with Cyborg Justino: 'Have a nice life'
UFC czar Dana White has had enough of Cris "Cyborg" Justino. White told reporters this week the Brazilian former titleholder was a "nightmare," and that he was more than fine...
City whitewashed records for homeless youth, runaway shelters: audit
A city agency whitewashed inspections of emergency shelters that house homeless youths and runaways at a cost of $8 million a year, according to a new report by city Comptroller...
Daniel Jones shows glimpse of Giants future with perfect first drive
The Giants could not have scripted the Daniel Jones debut any better if they allowed general manager Dave Gettleman to submit a screenplay. The rookie quarterback subbed for starter Eli...
Michigan cop suspended after house hunter uncovers racist memorabilia
A white Michigan cop was put on leave this week after a black family touring his house with a realtor stumbled onto a trove of racist memorabilia — including an...
People couldn't get enough of Hannity vs. de Blasio
Fox News' Wednesday night reboot of "The Odd Couple" -- an energetic hour-long appearance by ultra-left Mayor Bill de Blasio on conservative host Sean Hannity's talk show -- was a...
Ultra-Orthodox Jewish leaders call for de Blasio 2020 donors
Leaders of an ultra-orthodox Jewish sect in Brooklyn are asking their followers to donate to Mayor Bill de Blasio’s struggling presidential campaign to safeguard their local interests. “The mayor has...
Plane crazy! Gridlock at LGA forces travelers to hop out of cars
LaGuardia Airport's roads filled to capacity on Thursday, with travelers reporting that they were forced to hop out of cars and buses and walk to catch their flights. Video posted...
Proud Boy charged in UES brawl with antifa claims he acted in self-defense
The Proud Boy charged for a violent brawl near an Upper East Side Republican club testified Thursday that he pummeled a counter-protester out of fear for his own safety. “I...
Innocent 20-year-old man killed during wild New Jersey shootout
An innocent 20-year-old man was fatally shot in the neck during a broad daylight shootout with New Jersey police — that left the gunman dead and three officers injured, state...
New Jersey school librarian accused of seducing teen student
This is not your average Harlequin romance. A New Jersey middle-school librarian is accused of having a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old student — and will head to trial for...
Deputy national intelligence chief to leave job same day as boss Dan Coats
President Trump on Thursday tapped National Counterterrorism Center director Joseph Maguire to serve as the acting director of national intelligence amid a shakeup at the agency. Trump made the announcement...
Dayton shooter Connor Betts' journal spoke of 'hunting' someone: report
Dayton mass killer Connor Betts kept a chilling journal of demented scribbling and Satanic drawings -- and even spoke of "hunting" someone from the University of Dayton, according to a...
Shoshana Ovitz’s sweet statement of life
With her 104th birthday approaching, Shoshana Ovitz had one wish: that all her “children, grandchildren and descendants come together to the Western Wall” to celebrate. Getting them all to come...
How Julianne Moore's hubby sold her on doing a film together
Julianne Moore won’t make a movie unless she loves the script. It’s a rule from which no filmmaker is exempt — not even Bart Freundlich, her husband. To get her...
Homeless Services finally fixes its payment problem
Months after The Post exposed the problem, the city Department of Homeless Services has finally started paying its bills on time. As of July 1, DHS has managed to get...
These TV shows should have quit while they were ahead
The two words TV writers and series creators hate the most are THE END. The temptation to wring a few more seasons out of a show that’s run its course...
Group hands out new backpacks to 20K homeless kids
Thousands of homeless children across New York City will be getting backpacks just in time for the upcoming school year, thanks to one city organization. Volunteers of America Greater New...
Joe Biden takes low blow at Trump over white supremacy
Joe Biden’s got some timing: As President Trump traveled to Dayton and El Paso to console victims, and just days after he called for unity against racism, the ex-veep accused...
Man charged in Lorenzen Wright killing gets 16 years on gun charge
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A Tennessee man charged with killing former NBA player Lorenzen Wright has been sentenced to 16 years in prison on a separate gun charge. Judge Lee Coffee...
Fertility clinic used stranger's sperm to father Ohio couple's daughter: suit
An Ohio couple who conceived their now-24-year-old daughter via in vitro fertilization was stunned when home DNA kits revealed their girl was actually fathered by a complete stranger, according to...
Squeal estate: 'Watcher' home sold after five years of creepy letters
The New Jersey home terrorized for years by creepy, sinister letters from a stalker has been sold. The creeped-out owners, who never moved into the tony Westfield property known as...
It’s now pedestrian Davids vs. the Goliath of NYC’s bicycle lobby
On July 31, a cyclist rammed 60-year-old Michal Collopy in the bike lane on 23rd Street and Sixth Avenue and kept on pedaling. Collopy died a week later from severe...
Liberals are now willing to target any Trump supporter for ruination
When did it become acceptable for politicians, and their media helpers, to target private citizens for their political opinions? A pair of incidents this week revealed just how routine such...
MTA worker secretly kept USPS job in case he didn't like new gig
An MTA worker was busted secretly holding onto his previous job with the USPS for months after he was hired — admitting he wanted to see if he liked the...
Equestrienne shot on Olympian's farm identified as award-winning rider
The equestrienne shot on a ritzy New Jersey farm was identified by sources as national medalist Lauren Kanarek, as charges were announced against the former US Olympian who owns the...
DOJ, ICE release 300 of nearly 700 workers detained in Mississippi raids
Federal authorities have released 300 of the nearly 700 workers detained in the Mississippi immigration raids on Wednesday, according to officials. "Approximately 30 detained aliens were released yesterday on humanitarian...
Eli Manning gets start ahead of Daniel Jones' Giants debut
Those who arrived at MetLife Stadium eager to see Daniel Jones play early and often will have to wait a bit to watch the rookie from Duke. Eli Manning was...
McConnell indicates he won't call Senate back early for gun debate
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said Thursday he won't be calling the Senate back to pass gun legislation despite mounting pressure in the wake of two more mass shootings. McConnell,...
Determined Aldis Hodge got buff in hopes of playing 'Brian Banks'
After his first audition for the film “Brian Banks,” actor Aldis Hodge wanted the meaty title role badly. So before going in for a callback, he began preparing for the...
Ex-Deputy FBI Director Andrew McCabe sues over firing, blames Trump
WASHINGTON — Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe sued the Department of Justice and the FBI Thursday over his March 2018 firing, arguing that it was a political move at...
Phillie Phanatic creators want team to keep mascot despite copyright lawsuit
The creators of the beloved Phillies Phanatic on Thursday insisted they won't back down after being sued over copyright ownership of the furry green mascot. "While we very much want...
LI rental scammer who sent rat poop to complaining victims avoids prison
A Hamptons landlady mailed rat poop to would-be summer renters of her tony beach house -- in an effort to terrorize them out of recovering their deposits. Despite pleading guilty...
Joe Biden makes his presidential pitch at Iowa State Fair
Joe Biden was among the first of more than 20 presidential candidates to drop by the Iowa State Fair on Thursday in hopes of wooing voters in the Hawkeye State....
New app hopes to set up young hotties with older partners
Looking to meet the old man of your dreams? There's now an app for that. Called Gaper, the free app specializes in setting up relationships with an age gap. So...
Gun-related incidents surge at Walmarts after El Paso shooting
At least four gun-related incidents have been reported at Walmarts across the country — including a murder outside a California store — since Saturday’s mass shooting at an outlet in...
Man who butchered wife in nail salon found hugging her lifeless body
The man who stabbed his estranged Queens salon worker wife to death was seen on video standing over her with the knife and then hugging her before he was arrested...
Sneaky reason why two thirds of Americans do chores incorrectly on purpose
From pretending to be sick, doing a bad job on purpose or inventing a work task, new research shows the majority of chore-doing Americans have given their partner one of...
Missing files and an exorcism: Guam's clergy abuse scandal
AGAT, Guam — Walter Denton wanted to grow up to be just like Father Tony Apuron, until the night he says the parish priest raped him in a church rectory....
Mets add bullpen piece ahead of series with Nationals
The Mets’ search for bullpen improvement has led them to a former All-Star recently released by the Cubs. Brad Brach, whom team officials had discussed with the Orioles in trade...
Ex-flight attendant who slid out of plane in epic meltdown vanishes
The former JetBlue flight attendant who infamously quit his job with a profane rant and a dramatic exit down the plane's escape slide has disappeared in Mexico, cops in California...
Trump isn’t fueling hate and other commentary
Conservative: Trump Isn’t Fueling Hate “There are plenty of reasons not to blame [President] Trump for last weekend’s slaughter,” argues Toby Young in The Spectator. For starters, the killer in...
Bahamas shark attack victim Jordan Lindsey tried to save herself before fatal bite
A woman mauled to death by sharks tried to swim away with one arm after her other was ripped off - before her leg was torn away too. Jordan Lindsey,...
Heinz offers to help pay for 'reformed' ketchup thief's car repairs
Heinz wants to catsup with this reformed thief. The condiment company is looking for the person who swiped a bottle of ketchup from a New Jersey restaurant — and then,...
NASA space telescope spots perfectly sideways galaxy
Even George Lucas would be proud of this handiwork. NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope has spotted a perfectly sideways galaxy 44 million light-years from Earth, known as NGC 5866. According to...
Hurricane season may be busier than expected due to weak El Nino
WASHINGTON — Government meteorologists say this year’s hurricane season may be busier than initially expected now that summer’s weak El Nino has faded away. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s...
NYPD officer busted on child porn charges after photos of naked kids found in emails
An NYPD officer was busted Thursday for allegedly having and emailing dozens of pictures of naked kids — some as young as 8 years old, authorities said. John Telesca, 37,...
Teens under 'abusive' pressure to get pregnant: study
Teen girls are dealing with a type of relationship abuse that could have long-term consequences: Their partners are putting enormous pressure on them to get pregnant. A new study found...
Astros become latest MLB team to extend stadium netting
HOUSTON — The Houston Astros will extend the protective netting at Minute Maid Park to cover more of the seating area, joining other teams that have taken safety measures after...
Hootie & the Blowfish singer Darius Rucker feared his voice was gone
It's been 25 summers since Hootie & the Blowfish released their blockbuster debut LP, “Cracked Rear View,” which went on to sell more than 21 million copies in the US....
Jets vs. Giants is lesson in how to play the betting market
Team betting trends for Thursday night’s Jets-Giants preseason opener don’t mean anything. How NFL rosters perform straight up and against the spread in exhibition action is typically tied to the...
Harrowing documentary details the devastation caused by China's one-child policy
"One Child Nation" details the devastation felt by parents forced to abandon their children, in many cases knowing they would die, and women forced to have abortions to satisfy the...
2020 presidential hopefuls flock to Iowa State Fair
It's a fried-food mecca -- and political minefield. The Iowa State Fair kicked off Thursday and a roster of 2020 presidential hopefuls will rotate through the event that's served up...
Hillary Swank movie about killing 'deplorables' on hold after mass shootings
Promotion for an upcoming horror movie starring Hilary Swank — in which a group of elite liberals are tasked with killing "deplorables" — has been put on hold following the...
Alleged Manhattan bank robber flees in getaway yellow cab
A yellow taxi was the getaway car of choice after a Manhattan bank heist Wednesday morning, but the crook wasn't aware the teller had put a tracking device in the...
FDA investigating suspected link between seizures and vaping
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it is investigating 127 reports of seizures occurring after vaping or electronic cigarette use.
Elderly woman struck and killed by a yellow taxi in Chelsea
An elderly woman died after she was struck by a yellow cab in Chelsea on Thursday, police said. The 77-year-old victim was crossing at the intersection of West 22nd Street...
Zebra that escaped Texas ranch dies after being airlifted by cops
A zebra that busted out of its Texas ranch has tragically died after it was airlifted home following a stunning two-hour police chase, local authorities said. Dramatic footage shows the...
How gruesome 'Scary Stories' made the leap from page to film
Maybe you’ve heard the one about the girl with a spider bite on her cheek. Thinking it’s a pimple, she tries to pop it — and out pour hundreds of...
This musical theater wunderkind is only 12 years old
Joshua Turchin’s gotten around. He sang as Flounder in a live performance of “The Little Mermaid” at the Hollywood Bowl, toured with the musical “A Christmas Story” and lent his...
Orphaned baby koala gets tiny arm cast after falling from tree
Pictures have surfaced of a baby koala wearing a tiny little arm cast after the mini marsupial fell out of a tree in Melbourne, Australia.
Rosie Ruiz, notorious Boston Marathon cheater, dead at 66
The infamous Rosie Ruiz, who was caught cheating in the 1980 Boston Marathon, has died at the age of 66. According to an obituary posted on the website of a...
Ex-Marine rips TSA for confiscating unique gift from his girlfriend
An ex-Marine in Minnesota is seething after a TSA supervisor confiscated a hollowed-out ammo cartridge from his necklace — and a cherished love letter hidden inside, according to a report....
Researchers defend controversial study investigating marijuana use during pregnancy
University of Washington scientists in Seattle are seeking clearer answers in a new study investigating the effects of pot use during pregnancy on infants’ brains. They say previous studies were in...
Jennifer Dulos search has cost Connecticut police a fortune
The investigation into missing Connecticut mom Jennifer Dulos has cost the state police nearly $600,000 in overtime, according to a report. Every state police troop except one, three major crimes...
Jaguars vs. Ravens: Underdog will cover over-inflated spread
If you’ve been listening to VSiN or following any coverage this week leading up to these otherwise meaningless exhibition games, you know there are coaches who try to win while...
Unruly Ryanair passenger kicked off: 'You're breaking my neck!'
A Ryanair passenger was kicked off a flight at Faro Airport in Portugal after he allegedly shoved a female flight attendant who had asked him to move back to his...
NYPD officer dies of 9/11-related illness
An NYPD officer has died as a result of 9/11-related illness, department officials said Thursday. Police Officer Raymond Harris, a veteran Brooklyn cop and 9/11 first responder, died on Sunday,...
Knicks' Mitchell Robinson dealing with knee injury at Team USA camp
There is online footage out of Team USA's Las Vegas scrimmages of Knicks center Mitchell Robinson disrupting a De'Aaron Fox drive to the bucket, resulting in a turnover. However, Robinson...
New York assemblyman's aide busted for allegedly stealing $80K from campaign
A top legislative staffer and campaign aide to veteran Assemblyman Felix Ortiz was busted Thursday and charged with stealing $80,000 from the Brooklyn Democrat’s campaign account — including withdrawing thousands...
Ivanka Trump to promote women’s initiative in South America
Ivanka Trump will travel to South America in September to focus on issues that make it difficult for women in developing countries to prosper financially, including lack of access to...
'The Wrong Man' is the underdog Broadway musical to watch
“Moulin Rouge,” “Jagged Little Pill” and “Tina: the Tina Turner Musical” are the new Broadway season’s major musical contenders. But keep your eye on a small, original show that could...
American icon Smokey Bear celebrates his 75th birthday
The icon of the longest-running public service campaign in the US is being honored with birthday parties around the country this week, a celebration that includes a social media campaign...
Washington Post issues lengthy correction to amend story's 'widespread errors'
The Washington Post just wrote the mother of all corrections. The newspaper published the 579-word mea culpa on a July 23 article Wednesday -- so long that it is more...
Experts expose 'significant correlation' between political rhetoric, rise in hate crimes
“We see a correlation around the time of statements of political leaders and fluctuations in hate crimes,” said Brian Levin. “Could there be other intervening causes? Yes. But it’s certainly...
Bill Clinton joins push to revive assault weapons ban
Former President Bill Clinton, who signed a law banning assault weapons in 1994, said congressional lawmakers would have the support of voters if they took action once again to outlaw...
El Paso shooting suspect to face state and federal charges
Accused El Paso mass murderer Patrick Crusius will be hit with new federal charges in addition to the state murder charges he's already facing -- both carrying the death penalty....
Officials play down 'mildly venomous' snake that's still missing at Bronx Zoo
The venomous mangrove snake that escaped its enclosure at the Bronx Zoo was still on the loose Thursday -- as officials said they believe it got out via a vent....
GOP to boycott buying ads on Twitter until McConnell's account is unlocked
WASHINGTON -- Republicans on Thursday launched a widespread boycott of ad spending on Twitter until the social media giant unlocks Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s campaign Twitter account. President Trump's...
Andrew Yang qualifies for third 2020 Democratic presidential debate
Andrew Yang’s unconventional White House bid got a big boost Thursday -- he qualified for the next Democratic debate in Houston. The bar to make the third debate next month...
Sesame Place racist kicked out for ugly F-bomb rant
Sunny days couldn’t sweep this confrontation away. An angry white woman at Sesame Place has been accused of racism after cursing out a fellow customer, who is black. The unnamed...
Chris Sale will remain unbeaten vs. Angels
Disturbing video from Brazil shows inmates playing soccer with decapitated heads of rival gangs after a prison riot. Comedian Kathy Griffin, decapitated-head enthusiast, would like to referee next year’s game....
UN climate report: Humans must change nutrition habits, land use
We must eat less meat and more plant-based food, as well as immediately change the way we manage land and produce food in order to limit global warming, UN scientists...
Pete Alonso: The Aaron Judge conversation that meant a lot to me
Turns out that one of Pete Alonso’s biggest fans works in The Bronx. Aaron Judge recently told The Post that during the Subway Series at Citi Field, he was quick...
Connecticut man has leg amputated after contracting flesh-eating bacteria
A man had to have his leg amputated after contracting flesh-eating bacteria during a swim at a Connecticut beach. Bruce Kagan, 68, has undergone several surgeries since he went swimming...
Beloved Met to greet fans this weekend
When I met with Ron Hunt last November and discussed the Parkinson’s Disease he was battling, I asked him if he wanted Mets fans from way back to pray for...
'Invisible' severe turbulence will become more common: scientists
Severe turbulence that's "invisible to pilots" will be three times as common in the near future, scientists have warned. This could put passengers at risk of injury – and even...
Kevin Owens found peace in WWE by channeling 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin
It has been some time since Kevin Owens felt this fulfilled in WWE. Owens stepped away in October to have double knee surgery, and did so feeling he wasn’t making...
Jake Gyllenhaal: Audiences for 'Sea Wall/A Life' bring me to tears
Before Jake Gyllenhaal appears in “Sea Wall/A Life” — even before the house lights dim — co-star Tom Sturridge is onstage for a pre-show that consists mainly of him drinking...
How a random DM to Josh Brolin made 'Peanut Butter Falcon' a reality
It all started with a prayer of a direct message to actor Josh Brolin on Instagram. What happened next improbably snowballed, turning two virtually homeless, nobody writer-directors into somebodies and...
This is the peak age of adventurousness, according to research
Embracing new experiences, being spontaneous and showing curiosity about other cultures number among the top signs you’re an adventurous person, according to new research. These signs you're adventurous come from...
Worker threatened to 'shoot everyone' at Atlanta Braves' stadium: warrant
A man who worked at Atlanta Braves stadium threatened to “shoot everyone there” and blow up the 41,000-seat ballpark, authorities said. Jamar Antonio Golfin, 30, was charged with a single...
Knife-wielding man attacks women in Pittsburgh, killing one
At least one woman was killed and another injured near a Pittsburgh bus stop in front of a cop, according to a report. The undercover officer was on patrol around...
Japan to resume effort to tackle contaminated water problem at Fukushima
A panel of experts will meet on Friday for the first time in eight months to consider options to get rid of the water, Japan’s government said in briefing documents...
94-year-old vet nearly threw out ticket for $6.5M lottery jackpot
This 94-year-old Air Force veteran nearly blew a chance to become a multimillionaire -- but took home the big bucks after double-checking tickets his granddaughter thought were losers. William Bowker,...
RFK Jr. shares touching eulogy for Saoirse Kennedy Hill
It was a leap of faith. Saoirse Kennedy Hill’s father paid tribute to his daughter, who died last week of a suspected drug overdose at age 22, by overcoming his...
Biden polls backers for praise in wake of Democrats' criticism of Obama
Joe Biden is looking for an assist from the public in punching back at his Democratic primary rivals’ criticism of former President Barack Obama, with a questionnaire sent to supporters...
Archaeologists uncover Viking drinking hall on remote Scottish island
Dating to sometime between the 10th and 12th centuries, the hall was discovered below the more recent Skaill farmstead, according to the University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute.
Woman says she called 911 twice — and cops didn't pick up
A Chicago woman called 911 twice when her ex-husband showed up at her home — and no one picked up. Denise Conroy said she made the calls Thursday, expecting to...
Rabid bat attacks tourist in Oregon
Public health officials are warning residents to be careful after a person was bitten by a rabid bat in southeast of Salem in the Breitenbush area.
Nothing went right for Tiger Woods on Thursday
This is how Tiger Woods’ day went in Thursday’s opening round of the Northern Trust at Liberty National: Not only did he rarely have honors at the tee boxes because...
Duke Johnson finally gets wish granted by Browns
After expressing how nothing was going to change his mind about wanting a trade back in June, the Browns finally granted running back Duke Johnson his wish. The Browns dealt...
Former Olympian to be charged for equestrian center shooting
A former US Olympian in dressage allegedly shot a woman at his upscale New Jersey equestrian facility -- and is expected to face charges imminently, sources told The Post on...
Joe Biden leads in Iowa as Warren picks up steam: poll
Former Vice President Joe Biden's maintaining his lead in Iowa, but Sen. Elizabeth Warren is gaining while Sen. Bernie Sanders' support plummets, according to a poll released Thursday. Biden attracted...
Rifle-toting gunman wearing ballistic vest shoots New Jersey cop
A gunman, armed with a rifle and wearing a ballistic vest, shot a police officer in New Jersey on Thursday morning, law enforcement sources told The Post. The gunman shot...
YouTube star accidentally uploads clip of herself hitting dog
A California YouTube star accidentally uploaded a video that captured her apparently hitting, shoving, and spitting on her Doberman puppy -- and police are now investigating the case, according to...
Fantasy football: Rookie is blowing up Eagles backfield
Preseason games are mostly bereft of players with any fantasy relevance, and the Broncos' 14-10 dud over the Falcons last week was no exception. There was still plenty of drama...
Kiss of death: Video captures couple's fatal fall as they smooched on bridge
Two lovebirds shared a romantic smooch on a bridge in Peru that turned fatal when they lost their balance and plunged to their deaths, a chilling video shows. Maybeth Espinoz,...
Couple inspires with before-and-after meth addiction transformation
They took the #CleanChallenge — and went viral.
Elderly woman mourns loss of 'best friend' after coyote kills her pet Chihuahua
A 96-year-old New Jersey granny is heartbroken after a coyote attacked and killed her “best friend” -- her pet Chihuahua, Hartman. Doris Heitman let the small dog out on a...
Student shares shocking images of collapsed lungs after vaping for a year
Costly cartridges and an addiction to nicotine aren't the only things vapers need to worry about. Chance Ammirata, 18, said it only took him a couple of days to go...
The horrifying moment a cafe exploded, injuring two
Two people were injured when a cafe in Suzhou, China, spontaneously exploded. Authorities later determined that the terrifying blast occurred due to a gas leak. Shortly after the explosion, a...
Attorney seeks jury to look past murder suspect's wild face tattoos
The defense attorney for a heavily inked Louisiana double-murder suspect is seeking jurors who are able to look past his client’s myriad face tattoos as they consider the case, according...
Carmelo Anthony rejections now spreading beyond NBA
Just when Carmelo Anthony hoped he might be able to kick off a potential NBA farewell tour with representing his country in the 2019 FIBA World Cup, his dreams were...
Video of golden retriever's reaction to a hair clip goes goes viral
Life can be "ruff" for a young pup, as evidenced by a now-viral video of a golden retriever’s confusion while interacting with a black plastic hair clip. Courtney Budzyn last...
Kirk Cousins worried about rookie center's butt sweat
Kirk Cousins has seen plenty from rookie center Garrett Bradbury at training camp, his sweaty behind, specifically. Ahead of the Vikings' first preseason game against the Saints, the Minnesota quarterback...
How this Red Sox season imploded
The only thing more astounding than the Mets being the hottest team in baseball right now is that the reigning World Series champions are watching their season slip away in...
Pair of Apple Watches survive for two weeks at bottom of lake
A pair of Apple Watches was recently recovered in perfectly fine working condition in Connecticut, where they’d spent two weeks at the bottom of a lake in one of the...
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer to launch NFL fantasy subscription service
The Maven completed its $16.8 million acquisition of financial news service The Street — and “Mad Money” host Jim Cramer has inked a new three-year production deal that will include...
Beer festival bans drinks with 'sexist' names to attract more women
The Great British Beer Festival will no longer allow beer companies to bring in merchandise that disparages women with sexist names.
Lioness swallows her cubs whole in German zoo
A lioness at a German zoo gobbled up her two newborn cubs whole, shocking her keepers. The first-time mother, named Kigali, gave birth to the cubs at the Leipzig Zoo...
The Lakers' potential third star after failed Kawhi Leonard pursuit
For the Lakers to contend for a title, they'll need Kyle Kuzma to take the next step. Kuzma thinks he's ready to do just that. "I don't feel no pressure,...
America loses the size of a football field of natural space every 30 seconds: report
Between 2001 and 2017, 24 million acres of natural lands have been destroyed in the United States, according to scientists.
Blinded by the highlights: Woman left unable to see for days after reaction to hair dye
A young woman was temporarily blinded when an allergic reaction to hair dye caused her face to balloon to triple the size, according to a report. Steph O'Dell, of Milton...
NRA warns Trump after he endorses background checks
In the wake of last weekend's mass shootings, President Trump told lawmakers and aides privately that he is open to endorsing background checks -- but the NRA chief warned him...
AOC asks judge to toss Dov Hikind's Twitter lawsuit
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has asked a federal judge to dismiss former Assemblyman Dov Hikind's lawsuit against her for blocking him on Twitter. The Bronx-Queens congresswoman claims Hikind "lacks standing to...
5 smart buys to help improve your sleep
No matter who you are, you need adequate sleep. Without the prescribed 7-8 hours of snoozing per night, you might act like a total jerk, be incompetent at your job...
Polish town where only girls are being born offers reward for baby boy
In this town, girls rule and boys drool.
Selfies could be used to check your blood pressure, scientists discover
Selfies could have a vital health purpose beyond simply boosting your self-confidence or showing off your post-workout gains. In a new study, researchers at the University of Toronto figured out...
Being active at age 50 halves your risk of developing dementia
According to the results, the incidence rate of dementia for those with an optimal cardiovascular health score dropped by 59 percent compared to those with a poor cardiovascular health score.
Simone Biles slams USA Gymnastics over Larry Nassar scandal
Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles is blasting USA Gymnastics for failing to protect its athletes from sicko sports doctor Larry Nassar. “I don’t mean to cry, but it’s hard coming...
Sam Darnold refuses to wish Tom Brady happy birthday — and ESPN host is outraged
Sam Darnold is taking the Jets-Patriots rivalry very seriously. So much so, in fact, that Darnold would not participate in a video shoot featuring NFL players wishing Tom Brady, who...
Princeton professor dies in rock-climbing accident
A Princeton University professor tumbled to his death in a rock-climbing accident while vacationing in France, according to reports. Steven Gubser, who taught physics, died when his rope snapped on...
Idiotic Yellowstone tourist caught petting bison on video
Weeks before an agitated bison charged a 9-year-old in Yellowstone National Park, a jackass visitor was filmed petting one of the massive beasts, disturbing video shows. The man -- seen...
CBS, AT&T sign multi-year contract, ending blackout
CBS and AT&T signed a new multi-year content carriage agreement, ending a 20-day blackout that began when the previous, seven-year deal expired last month. As a result of the contract...
Our fantasy football experts debate these tight end draft options
Each week leading up to the 2019 NFL season, Fantasy Madman Drew Loftis and Roto Rage Jarad Wilk will debate which of two fantasy options is the better draft pick....
Barneys launches 25 percent off sale after bankruptcy
Fashionistas mourning the demise of Barneys can at least engage in some serious retail therapy. The luxe retailer — which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Tuesday — is offering an...
Missing scientist Natalie Christopher may have been crushed by rocks after falling into ravine: reports
British scientist Dr. Natalie Christopher — who vanished during a morning run on the Greek island of Ikaria — may have been crushed by large rocks after falling into a...
Amnesty International issues travel warning for US after mass shootings
Amnesty International issued a travel advisory for travelers planning to visit the United States after last weekend's shootings in Ohio and Texas that killed 31 people. The advisory "calls on...
Beatles fans recreate 'Abbey Road' album cover on 50th anniversary
It was Beatlemania all over again this morning on the streets of London. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Beatles' iconic "Abbey Road" album photo shoot, fans took turns...
Yankees to play White Sox at Field of Dreams next season
It will be built, and they will come. The Yankees will play a game next season at the site of the Field of Dreams in Dyersville, Iowa, Major League Baseball...
Eugenie Bouchard finds silver lining in losing streak: 'Our butts look good here'
The tennis world is in a spin over some cheeky comments from Canadian star Eugenie Bouchard that overshadowed the on-court action at the Rogers Cup. Bouchard was a first-round loser...
Veteran behind national anthem 'attack' thought he had Trump's 'permission'
A Montana man accused of fracturing a teen's skull because the boy didn’t remove his hat during the national anthem thought he was acting on an order from President Trump,...
Russian anti-monopoly watchdog announces Apple investigation
Apple is under investigation in Russia following a complaint from cybersecurity company Kaspersky Lab and may be abusing its dominant market position, Russia’s anti-monopoly watchdog said on Thursday. Watchdog FAS...
Bouncer recalls Dayton shooter's 'dead stare' during massacre
A bouncer at the bar that Dayton shooter Connor Betts tried to storm recalled seeing the mass killer's "dead stare" just seconds before Betts was shot dead by police. Jeremy...
Banker drowns himself in pool amid fears of going to prison
A British banking bigwig who feared that he was about to be swept up in a finance probe and end up behind bars drowned himself in his swimming pool, according...
State Department official outed as white nationalist leader
A US State Department official has been outed as a white nationalist leader who spread Nazi propaganda and attended the violent rally in Charlottesville, where he wore a hat and...
Jaguars star used to slide into DMs of opponents' girlfriends
That's one way to distract someone. Jalen Ramsey revealed this week on the "Bussin With The Boys" podcast that while playing cornerback at Florida State, he would slide into the...
Test your ‘Friends’ trivia in NYC this weekend
Could you BE more into “Friends”? NYC is hosting not one but two trivia events inspired by the mega-popular ‘90s sitcom. Find out five nostalgic ways you can win the...
Museum under fire for 'Africa party' that featured blackface, pith hats
Belgium's racist colonial past was on full display at an Africa-themed party over the weekend that featured blackface, pith helmets and voodoo-like skulls on sticks, according to a new report....
Macaulay Culkin mocks 'Home Alone' reboot with slob photo
What a filthy animal. Days after Disney announced it's rebooting its classic '90s "Home Alone" franchise, original star Macaulay Culkin trolled the company. "This is what an updated 'Home Alone'...
Family abandons boy's wheelchair during El Paso shooting, man uses it to escape
A family left behind their son’s new wheelchair when a mass shooter began opening fire in an El Paso Walmart -- and it was used to help an elderly man...
19-year-old woman raped by stranger on Upper East Side: cops
A young woman was raped by a stranger on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, police said Thursday. The 19-year-old had just exited the 96th Street station around 7:30 p.m....
Woman shot in the chest at former Olympian's equestrian center
A woman was shot on the property of a high-end equestrian facility in New Jersey, allegedly by the center’s former US Olympian owner — just days after she wrote on...
Doctor body-paints skin conditions on himself to fight stigma
It’s not easy walking through life with a skin condition. That’s why this doctor is using makeup to show that differences can be beautiful. From albinism to vitiligo, Dr. Khalil...
Willie Nelson cancels tour due to 'breathing problem'
The 86-year-old singer apologized on Twitter late Wednesday, writing "I need to have my doctor check out."
The scenario in which Mets could make run at Joe Panik
Welcome to Panik Citi? The Mets, eyeing a potential upgrade at second base with Robinson Cano sidelined by a torn left hamstring, have preliminary interest in Joe Panik, according to...
India imposes communications blackout as tensions rise in Kashmir
SRINAGAR, India — The lives of millions in the Indian-controlled portion of Kashmir have been upended since New Delhi imposed an unprecedented security lockdown and a near-total communications blackout in...
When Gary Sanchez is expected to return to Yankees
BALTIMORE — Gary Sanchez caught for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Wednesday night, is slated to be behind the plate Thursday in another Triple-A game and come off the injured list this weekend...
Giancarlo Stanton has started baseball activities
BALTIMORE — The Yankees don’t expect outfielder Giancarlo Stanton back before rosters expand in September, but he has started baseball activities, according to manager Aaron Boone. “He hit off the...
Behind the numbers: Mets' second-half surge explained
The Mets are 19-5 over their last 24 games, and it's largely because of these numbers: 1.33: Zack Wheeler’s ERA in 20¹/₃ innings 1.78: Noah Syndergaard’s ERA in 35¹/₃ innings...
Yankees' home run numbers vs. Orioles this season are crazy
The Yankees went 10-0 at Camden Yards this season, thanks largely to their home run prowess. Here are all of their impressive homer numbers against Baltimore this season: 43 Home...
What Giants fans should look out for in first preseason game
Three things to watch when the Giants play the Jets in their first preseason opener Thursday night: Passing the test Eli Manning historically is so-so in the preseason. If he...
Israeli army says body of soldier found in West Bank
JERUSALEM — The body of an Israeli soldier was found with stab wounds near a West Bank settlement south of Jerusalem early on Thursday, the military said. According to an...
Joe Girardi gets a new managing job
DURHAM, N.C. — Four-time World Series champion Joe Girardi will manage Team USA at an Olympic qualifying tournament in November, hoping to guide the squad to a spot at the...
What Jets fans should look out for in first preseason game
Three things to watch when the Jets play the Giants in their first preseason opener Thursday night: Sam I am Sam Darnold has lit up the practice field on most...
Northern Trust spectators won't get to see Tiger's full first round
Tiger Woods is used to playing in front of big crowds, but that won't be the case for the early part of his round Thursday morning at Liberty National. A...
Trump considering commuting Rod Blagojevich's sentence
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says he’s “very strongly” considering commuting the sentence of former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, who is serving a 14-year prison term on multiple federal corruption...
Teen swipes BMW full of kittens, leads cops on multi-state chase: police
A teen from Tennessee reportedly stole a BMW full of kittens on Monday and drove more than 500 miles before crashing the vehicle. James Pitts, 19, swiped the car at...
Machete-wielding man stabs London cop during traffic stop
A police officer in London was stabbed several times by a machete-wielding suspect during a car stop in the city early Thursday morning, a report said. The melee kicked off...
Daniel Jones isn't the only Giants first-rounder looking to impress
Teams always have keen interest in the debuts of their first-round picks. In the case of the Giants, this goes far beyond quarterback Daniel Jones. The Giants came out of...
Jason Vargas is still helping the Mets
Jason Vargas is still helping the Mets, even though he's no longer with the team. The former Mets starter, who was traded to Philadelphia before the trade deadline, allowed four...
$2M worth of cocaine washes up on New Zealand beach
A day at the beach became a lot more exciting when nearly $2 million worth of cocaine washed up on a New Zealand beach on Wednesday. The drugs were discovered...
Thief swipes $140K worth of cash, jewelry from swanky Midtown hotel: cops
A thief swiped $140,000 worth of cash and luxury goods from a Midtown hotel last month, police said Wednesday. The victim, a 39-year-old man from Baltimore, told police he lost...
Florida shark bite victim rescued by boat full of nurses
A spearfisherman who was bitten by a shark off the coast of Florida was saved by a pair of nurses aboard a boat that rescued him, according to a report....
4 dead, 2 injured after California man goes on stabbing spree
GARDEN GROVE, Calif. — A man killed four people and wounded two in a string of robberies and stabbings in California's Orange County before he was arrested, police said Wednesday....
British Open champ's celebration is about to end
Shane Lowry is finally back to playing competitive golf after the Irishman’s epic win at the British Open on his home island last month. A video of the after-party went...
Rock out! Man freed after being trapped for days
A man collecting bat droppings in the Cambodian jungle fell in between two large rocks and stayed wedged there for four days before rescue teams wrested him free, authorities said....
Scientists create 'Chernobyl vodka' using ingredients from exclusion zone
"This is no more radioactive than any other vodka." A team of scientists reportedly created an artisanal spirit known as Atomik -- which they concocted using grain and water from...