September 25, 2019
Woman divorces 'video game addicted' husband for their wedding DJ
A woman divorced her husband and started dating the DJ at her wedding. Megan Willis, 26, met Mark Stone, 49, at a bar in Maryland and eventually hired the man...
Missing Missouri homeless man also happens to be a millionaire
An official in St. Louis is on the hunt for a missing homeless man -- who also happens to be a millionaire. St. Louis Alderman Joseph Vaccaro has not seen...
Texas inmate executed for stabbing deaths of two stepsons
HUNTSVILLE, Texas — A Texas inmate who claimed he was intellectually disabled was executed Wednesday for fatally stabbing his two stepsons during a 2007 attack in which his wife also...
Yankees have reached an excruciating part of the season
ST . PETERSBURG, Fla. — You know something? It turns out they can get pretty loud at Tropicana Field when there are … well, people in here. They actually had...
Inside the story of the 'Abbey Road' album cover
When you’re designing an album cover for “the biggest band in the world,” you don’t need to put their name on it. So reasoned John Kosh, the former Apple Records...
Jets draft bust getting yet another chance
Jets castoff Jachai Polite is getting another shot. The talented pass-rushing linebacker, who racked up more than $100,000 in Jets fines before being cut just months after being drafted, signed...
'Abbey Road' 50th anniversary: A track-by-track look back
“Abbey Road” marked the end of an era when it was released on Sept. 26, 1969, as the last album recorded by the Beatles. (“Let It Be” would be the...
The underrated Daniel Jones tool that has Redskins nervous
ASHBURN, Va. — His mobility has been discussed frequently. So has his impressive poise and understanding of coach Pat Shurmur’s offense. But when the Redskins’ Ryan Kerrigan watched film of...
Yankees dominated as top-seed hope continues to fade
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — This is what it sounds like when bats die. It is Charlie Morton’s curveball cutting through the stale air inside Tropicana Field and getting Yankees to...
Pittsburgh Pirates closer denied bail in child sex case
Pittsburgh Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez was denied bail Wednesday during his arraignment on charges he sexually assaulted a 13-year-old girl in 2017. The lefty pitcher smiled as he was returned...
The highs and lows the marijuana industry will face with flavored weed
Pot is about to become more than just the garden variety. Even Cheech and Chong won’t be able to recognize it before long. And depending on your point of view,...
Flameout of WeWork's Adam Neumann put spotlight on Jamie Dimon
The dramatic downfall of WeWork Chief Executive Adam Neumann is casting a harsh spotlight on JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon. Critics now claim Dimon’s bank appears to have gone too far...
Joseph Maguire to be grilled on Capitol Hill in next step of impeachment inquiry
The next phase of the impeachment inquiry into President Trump will take place Thursday when the embattled acting director of National Intelligence testifies on Capitol Hill. Lawmakers will grill spymaster...
Democrats’ impeachment chaos and other commentary
From the right: Democrats’ Impeachment Chaos It is President Trump’s critics, not the president, who are “the most media-addled people in public life,” argues The Spectator USA’s Freddy Gray, since...
Alex Rodriguez buys second Manhattan apartment building
Alex Rodriguez just doubled his chances of being your next landlord with a second Big Apple apartment building purchase. A-Rod, who bought his first NYC residential building with “Shark Tank”...
Predicting the MLB playoffs using Wall Street logic
Investing is a lot like sports betting. So I asked Johnny Avello, head of DraftKings Sportsbook, to pick his MLB playoff favorites like a Wall Street pro would. Here’s what...
Trump impeachment rhetoric could be dangerous for Wall Street
As we get closer to a report (and likely criminal charges) related to the dirty tricks pulled by FBI agents and other federal investigators who were anti-Trump during the 2016...
Girl shot by stray bullet inside home dies on 12th birthday
A girl was shot by a stray bullet while sitting inside her Illinois home -- and later died on what would have been her 12th birthday, officials said Wednesday. Kentavia...
See it: 5-year-old girl outruns charging coyote
A 5-year-old girl in Illinois outran a coyote that charged at her in front of her family’s home in a wild caught-on-video encounter. Little Christine Przybylski was approached by the...
Bayonne stinks, NJ office of emergency management confirms
Bayonne stinks. The office of emergency management for the New Jersey city has confirmed there is a foul odor emanating from the Hudson County town, the agency said in a...
Goodwin: Nancy Pelosi will regret rushing into impeachment push
What a difference a day could have made! Imagine if Nancy Pelosi had held her impeachment fire for 24 hours. Then she would have had the transcript of President Trump’s...
Jeff McNeil breaks wrist bone as Mets night gets worse
Jeff McNeil’s terrific season for the Mets ended in unfortunate fashion during Wednesday’s 10-3 win over the Marlins, when he suffered a fractured right wrist after being hit by a...
Democrats want to bring California's homeless problem to your door
If Democrats capture the White House in 2020, the policies that created the disease-ridden tent slums taking over Los Angeles and San Francisco will start heading your way. Presidential hopeful...
Not even Jacob deGrom can save the Mets' postseason dream
Too little. Too late. Before the Mets even took the field Wednesday night, as they desperately tried to keep their season alive, they could see the Brewers — who needed...
Pat Shurmur wants everyone to know he likes Dwayne Haskins
Pat Shurmur and a large Giants contingent traveled to Columbus, Ohio, in May to attend Dwayne Haskins’ Pro Day at Ohio State. The Giants had the No. 6 pick in...
Trump-Ukraine story is what you get when the media imagines the facts
The now-released transcript of President Trump’s July phone call with Ukraine’s prez, Volodymyr Zelensky, shows just why Americans have so little faith in the news media. Turns out, the document...
Devine: Irresponsible adults have caused the climate fear plaguing Greta Thunberg
The look on Greta Thunberg’s face when Donald Trump breezed past her in a UN corridor this week was pure hatred. She looked as if she would like to strangle...
Cuomo's latest 'triumph,' gold-plated at your expense
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s latest economic development “triumph” is a deal to bring a high-tech chipmaker into the 450-acre Marcy Nanocenter outside Utica, where Cree Inc. will build a $1 billion...
Yankees eyeing 'beast' in playoff scenario they might not escape
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Numbers are the coldest facts in baseball and never lie. They can be massaged to benefit an opinion, but scores, batting averages, standings and ERA are...
Sheriff's office employee fired after going on racist rant at McDonald's
An employee of a Georgia sheriff's office was fired after he was caught on video telling an art student with Hispanic heritage that she came to the US "on a...
City's Success Academy injustice has thousands of Queens parents furious
With sun and perfect fall temperatures predicted, nearly 4,000 Success Academy Queens parents and supporters are expected to show at Roy Wilkins Park in St. Albans for Thursday’s rally demanding...
Rangers youngster working on being 'better two-way player'
Lias Andersson is not the prototypical player taken with the seventh-overall pick in the draft. At least, he’s not that prototype anymore. That conclusion became clear — at least to...
Former MMA fighter dead at 32 after brain aneurysm
Former mixed martial arts fighter Katy Collins has died at the age of 32 after suffering a brain aneurysm, her coach said on Wednesday. The mother of two sons fought...
Man tried to torch homeless person to death — then took pics of crime: cops
A photograph shows the wreckage left after a sick creep allegedly tried to murder a homeless man by setting fire to his makeshift camp on a Los Angeles sidewalk. Richard Smallets,...
Body of New Zealand college student found decomposing in dorm room after 8 weeks
The body of a 19-year-old New Zealand college student was discovered decomposing in his dorm room eight weeks after he died, a report said. Mason Pendrous was only discovered Monday...
Jason Pierre-Paul's NFL future unclear with sad new deal
Jason Pierre-Paul's football career in doubt. The former Giant, sidelined because of a neck injury sustained in a May car accident, agreed to rework his deal with the Bucs so...
Cop's Tesla runs out of battery power during high-speed chase
A police officer's Tesla ran out of battery power in the middle of a high-speed chase in California last week, reports said Wednesday. The cop from the Fremont Police Department...
Power 105.1 DJ Angie Martinez reveals 'Untold Stories of Hip Hop'
Legendary New York City DJ Angie Martinez brings her years of experience to WE TV’s new series “Untold Stories of Hip Hop.” “It was a mutual idea that has always...
Device that allows plants to play music spawns kooky community
Plants can't talk, but they do sing. In 2014, sound artists Joe Patitucci and Jon Shapiro designed the Midi Sprout, a small gadget that gently attaches to a plant leaf...
New York City's 'castle homes' are glorious — and expensive
At the beginning of the 20th century, the city’s elite built mansions along Fifth Avenue modeled on French chateaux. But those who didn’t have the cash — or land —...
There is hope even in the darkest of Jets moments
You are a Jets fan. You have been experiencing a wide range of emotions the past few weeks — actually, that’s not quite true; you do have many emotions raging...
Building owner failed to install window bars at site of toddler's fatal fall: suit
Just two days after Lareece Williams Jr. took the fatal fall from his bedroom window at Linden Plaza in East New York, the toddler’s grieving parents filed suit in Brooklyn...
MTA's cop hiring spree will push deficit over $1B: report
The MTA's hasty decision to retain 500 new police officers will exacerbate its already dire financial situation, growing its deficit to $1 billion in the coming years, according to a...
Diver captures heartbreaking footage of turtle feeding on raw sewage
Turtles deserve better
NYC's divorce whisperer on how to recover from a split
When Elizabeth Cohen got divorced in 2009, she was "so pissed." "I felt angry, scared and overwhelmed," the Columbus Circle clinical psychologist, who had been married for seven years, tells...
Teen dies after being sucker-punched by middle school classmate
A 13-year-old boy died after getting his head knocked against a cement pillar during a nasty beat-down by two other teenagers at his California middle school, authorities said Wednesday. Cellphone...
Greek police release man wrongfully detained over 1985 TWA hijacking
A Lebanese journalist detained on suspicion he participated in the 1985 hijacking of TWA Flight 847 is back home in Beirut after authorities determined they had the wrong man. Mohamed...
'Jeopardy!' champ Jason Zuffranieri logs 19th straight win
Watch out, James Holzhauer, your crown is in Jeopardy. Jason Zuffranieri is the latest brainiac to dominate the ABC quiz show “Jeopardy!” On Wednesday, the math teacher from Albuquerque won...
Houston Rockets owner buys Del Frisco's steakhouse chain
Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta has acquired the Del Frisco’s steakhouse chain for an undisclosed price. Fertitta, who owns the Houston Rockets and the Golden Nugget casinos, announced Wednesday that his...
Women are struggling to find men who make as much money as they do
A good man is hard to find, especially in this economy. The country is facing a crisis of broke dudes, according to new research from Cornell University — and it's...
Sounds like Zack Wheeler's time with Mets may be up
With his last regular-season start scheduled for Thursday, Zack Wheeler says he’s treating it just like any other game. But with the right-hander set to hit free agency this offseason,...
Spooky Queens artist says neighbors are the real nightmare
Who’s the monster now? A quirky Queens artist whose neighbors reported him to cops for hanging a zombie-like mannequin outside his home is suing the neighbors for $50 million, claiming...
Army sergeant charged in crash that killed West Point cadet
A US Army sergeant was charged with involuntary manslaughter for the vehicle rollover that killed a 22-year-old West Point cadet and injured 21 others in June, authorities said Wednesday. Staff...
Magic hyping Markelle Fultz's dubious shooting form
Usually a professional basketball player making uncontested shots during practice is to be expected. But Markelle Fultz's career has been anything but usual. The 2017 first-overall pick seemingly forgot how...
MTA board, mayor greenlight $51.5 billion capital plan
The MTA's $51.5 billion capital plan inched closer to reality on Wednesday thanks to endorsements from both Mayor Bill de Blasio and the transit agency’s board. Board members unanimously approved...
The Daniel Jones encore Giants world is dreaming of
OK, kid. Now what can you do for an encore? Giants fans everywhere have not yet come off Cloud 8 — Daniel Jones’ jersey number for anyone just landing from...
Prolific NYC architect eyes $7M 'Real World' loft for himself
Architect Gene Kaufman, known as one of the city's most active hotel builders, is on the prowl for new digs. One place he eyed was a Soho loft owned by...
'Mad Men'-inspired Brooklyn apartment asks less than $1M
Hospitality publicist Neil Alumkal, founder and president of Stuntman PR, and his wife, writer Jamie Beckman, became known for hosting elaborate "Mad Men" parties in their midcentury-esque Williamsburg pad, especially...
Brooklyn house listed for 50 times more than owners paid
A humble Ditmas Park house on the market for $1.99 million is notable for two reasons. First, several episodes of "Rescue Me" were filmed in the two-family home at 260...
Bonkers Miami mansion is Versace architect's $20M masterpiece
Gianni Versace-lovers will flip for this over-the-top mansion designed by Lorenzo Carmellini. He's the Milan-based architect who designed Versace's boutiques and homes, many with his late partner, architect Rocco Magnoli....
East Hampton's embattled Arc House sells for a discount
The arc to this story has come to an end — and a new beginning. A uniquely shaped home in East Hampton known as the Arc House has sold for $2.17...
College student faked autism to fend off masturbating dorm invader
A New York City man is headed to prison for bursting into a Westchester County college dorm and masturbating in front of a frightened co-ed — who scared him off...
Ex-cop who cooperated in NYPD bribery scandal gets no-jail sentence
The ex-cop who broke open the NYPD corruption scandal narrowly dodged a prison sentence Wednesday — but not before sobbing so hard a judge told him to sit down and...
Domingo German's season is officially over
Domingo German's administrative leave from the Yankees amid an investigation into domestic violence allegations will extend through the World Series, MLB announced on Wednesday. The Yankees pitcher was put on...
Boris Johnson met with chorus of 'Resign!' at re-opened Parliament
Britain's leader Boris Johnson flew home early from New York to face a re-opened Parliament Wednesday -- and was met with a raucous chorus of "Resign!" from rival politicians. The...
Ari Emanuel's Endeavor facing weak IPO demand: sources
Hollywood powerhouse Endeavor public has got a serious case of backstage jitters over its planned initial public stock offering, The Post has learned. The firm headed by super-agent Ari Emanuel...
Popular app TikTok censors videos that China hates: report
TikTok -- the Chinese-owned video app popular with members of Gen Z -- has instructed its moderators to censor any clips that mention Tiananmen Square, Tibetan independence or religious groups...
New York Magazine staffers learned company was getting sold in New York Times
New York Magazine staffers were stunned to learn that their 51-year-old publication had been sold to Vox Media by reading about it in the New York Times, their union said...
Family questions 'strong' swimmer's fatal snorkeling proposal
The family of a Louisiana man who died after popping the question while snorkeling doesn't believe the man drowned. Steven Weber Jr.'s relatives said he was a "strong" swimmer who...
The Islanders have a new radio home
The Islanders will have a new radio home, while ESPN New York has begun programming 1050 AM. The team and the station have agreed to a two-year deal, The Post...
Jennifer Lopez shades A-list actress peers in resurfaced interview
Is anyone not on this list?
Move over Pizza Rat, here's Nutella Squirrel
This is nuts. A hilarious image shows a squirrel trying to eat a Nutella snack pack on an East Village street last week. The furry-tailed critter tried to get at...
Aaron Boone's parents love their son's savagery
Savagery apparently runs in the household. Aaron Boone's famous "savage" rant was well-received by parents Bob and Susan, with his baseball lifer dad calling it "magnificent" in an interview with...
Antonio Brown may not be done with the NFL after all
We know we haven't heard the last of Antonio Brown. His agent believes we haven't seen the last of the wide receiver in the NFL, either. Though the 31-year-old seven-time...
Trump says he supports transparency for Ukraine call whistleblower
President Trump on Wednesday said he backed transparency in terms of the whistleblower who raised alarm about his call with Ukraine’s president — but also demanded the same for Joe...
Brooklyn soccer coach gets four years for molesting 9-year-old boy
A sick Brooklyn soccer coach with a record of child sex abuse stretching back to at least 2005 was sentenced Wednesday to four years in prison for molesting a 9-year-old...
Convertible slams school bus, driver gets wedged underneath
A South Carolina man miraculously survived when he smashed his shiny red convertible into the back of a loaded school bus Wednesday and got stuck under the vehicle. Dennis Wade...
NJ teacher posts racist jab about family of missing child Dulce Alavez: report
A New Jersey teacher is under fire for posting a racist comment to Facebook about missing 5-year-old Dulce Maria Alavez, according to a report. Jennifer Hewitt Bishop, who is in...
Tommy Fleetwood the pick in this European Tour event
The European Tour’s answer to the PGA Tour’s AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am takes place in Scotland this week as a star-studded field of professionals and celebrities take part in the...
Thousands of eggs fall onto Pennsylvania highway during rush hour
These eggs went over, hard! A big rig leaving a chicken farm lost control and spilled more than 136,000 eggs onto a Pennsylvania highway -- forcing a cleanup crew to...
Iran appears to bend in standoff with US over 2015 nuclear deal
Iran hinted at possible concessions to end its diplomatic standoff with Washington, including providing reassurances it will not seek nuclear arms and accept changes to its pact with the US...
Everything has changed for the Giants except Daniel Jones
He has seen his game-winning play a few times on television, laughing at the suggestion he changed the channel. Daniel Jones certainly does not mind hearing and seeing and being...
82-year-old burglar rejects plea 'deal' of 22 years in prison
Defendant Samuel Sabatino’s lawyer Murray Richman quipped to the court, “If they can guarantee he’ll live that long, he’ll consider it.”
Elderly man loses leg after he's hit by Midtown subway
"He was standing too close to the edge and he slipped, and the train went over him. That's why they tell you, don't stand too close to the yellow line,"...
'He likes me!': Brave tot makes a creepy-crawly friend
Is this cutie the future Spider-Man? Watch as 3-year-old Wade giggles his way through meeting a spider found in his South Yorkshire, England, home. According to his dad, who was...
Columbia professor’s homemade flu remedy seriously backfires
A Columbia University professor accidentally poisoned herself with an ancient homemade flu remedy — forcing her to cancel class. "Believe it or not, I have poisoned myself," Professor Carol Rovane...
This woman hasn't eaten fruits or veggies since she was 3
It's a "medical condition."
Mom handed baby to stranger, said child 'would be better off'
A Pennsylvania mom handed over a baby to a stranger -- insisting the child "would be better off" -- before fleeing from the scene, officials said. The mom gave the...
Whistleblower complaint turned over to select members of Congress
The whistleblower complaint at the center of the latest standoff between President Trump and Beltway Democrats has been delivered to select members of Congress. Members of the Senate Intelligence Committee,...
Millennials go into debt for 'fur babies' they can't afford
Fur doesn't come cheap.
Florida dance teacher gets 26 years in prison for sex acts with girl
A dance teacher in Florida who was found guilty of molesting a 15-year-old female student has been sentenced to 26 years in prison, prosecutors said. Lauren Debenedetta, 41, was sentenced...
Africa’s charcoal trade is decimating fragile forest cover
The machete-wielding men lodge themselves deep inside forests for weeks at a time, felling trees that will be incinerated into pieces of charcoal.
Dems' impeachment drive is all about hurting Biden
Congress has taken a significant new step toward impeaching President Trump, and Democratic leaders appear committed, if resignedly so, to the course of action the #Resistance base has demanded since...
Snitch alleges John Gotti Jr.'s lawyer was tied to jailhouse drug ring
A federal informant claims that the mob lawyer who helped John "Junior" Gotti score three hung juries was involved in a drug-dealing operation inside a Brooklyn lockup, according to stunning...
Girl diagnosed with inoperable brain tumor one day after starting new school year
Kirsten Fajardo, 11, often described by teachers as an “exemplary student,” couldn't wait to begin school.
A wildfire wiped out 80% of fish in a Colorado river
The Animas River in southwest Colorado has suffered an 80 percent loss of its fish population due to the 416 Fire that spread in June 2018, authorities say.
A surprisingly large number of people have ended a relationship over chores
A third of Americans have ended a relationship over cleaning and chore responsibilities, according to new research.
This is the moment Wayne Gallman has been keeping ready for
Before we concentrate on what Wayne Gallman is, we must get out of the way what he is not. He is not Saquon Barkley. “I don’t worry about all that,’’...
Tea bags release tiny plastic particles into your brew: study
Nothing hits the spot at tea time like a steaming hot PVC blend. Scientists have made a discovery about tea bags that is going to make any Earl Grey drinker...
US sued for withholding details on potentially harmful grazing program
An environmental group says the US government is keeping details secret about a cattle grazing program in six Western states that could be harming habitat and endangered species.
I-90 finally getting fixed after Thruway Authority, Seneca truce
ALBANY — A cracked-up section of upstate highway is finally getting fixed, thanks to an agreement announced Wednesday between the Thruway Authority and Seneca Nation. The 3-mile stretch of Interstate...
California boosts efforts to eradicate invasive swamp rats
One of the most recent threats to California’s environment has webbed feet, white whiskers, shaggy fur and orange buck teeth that could be mistaken for carrots.
Army proposes new burial rules for Arlington Cemetery to save space
Under the current rules, the cemetery would run out of space by the mid-2050s, the Army says. The proposed restrictions would preserve the cemetery’s lifespan for another 150 years.
Looted coffin returned to Egypt after being acquired by the Met
An ancient gilded coffin valued at about $4 million that was acquired by the Metropolitan Museum of Art was returned to Egypt in a repatriation ceremony Wednesday after prosecutors determined...
Darrell Issa to run for fellow GOP Congressman Duncan Hunter’s seat
The Associated Press has learned former California Rep. Darrell Issa plans to run against indicted fellow GOP Congressman Duncan Hunter.
Joe Biden responds to release of Trump's Ukraine transcript
Joe Biden said Wednesday that President Trump "abused his power to come after my family" when he repeatedly asked the Ukrainian president to investigate the former vice president and his...
ICE sued for 'unlawful and unconstitutional' civil arrests
State and local law enforcement officials are suing US Immigration and Customs Enforcement for carrying out "unlawful and unconstitutional" civil immigration arrests in and around New York City courthouses. The...
Professor sought for alleged threat to shoot up class
A psychology professor at Staten Island’s Wagner College told students he wanted to shoot up one of his classes — assuring them he was “locked and loaded” to "shoot every...
We've seen Bears lineman naked for the last time
This wasn't the kind of exposure the Chicago Bears were looking for, and they're trying to make sure it won't happen again. Bears coach Matt Nagy said the team is...
NASA chief says space security needed to explore the moon, Mars safely
The head of NASA said Wednesday that space security is necessary so that the United States, Japan and others can safely explore the moon and Mars.
Dutch urged to cut speed limits to reduce nitrogen emissions
Johan Remkes, who led the advisory commission, says the Dutch government has to make some tough choices to reduce emissions.
Homeless shelters drop Manhattan property values by up to 17%: study
Manhattan houses located near shelters lost as much as 17 percent of their value, according to a study released by the city's Independent Budget Office.
Nets' Kyrie Irving is day-to-day with facial fracture
Nets star Kyrie Irving has been diagnosed with a left side facial fracture, and is listed as day-to-day. It could potentially lead to the third installment of Masked Kyrie. Irving...
Former US college football player returns home from prison in China
After three years in a Chinese prison for allegedly assaulting a man during a bar fight, Wendell Brown returned home Wednesday to the hugs and smiling faces of his loved...
2019 Arctic sea ice minimum ties for second-lowest on record
The amount of Arctic sea ice has reached its annual minimum -- a mere 1.6 million square miles.
Baker Mayfield goes after Rex Ryan's weak spot in war of words
Rex Ryan was the rare coach who didn't hold back. Baker Mayfield is the rare player cut from the same cloth. Upon the Browns quarterback being informed that the former...
Bill de Blasio suddenly changes tune on testing for elite high schools
Mayor Bill de Blasio indicated for the first time Wednesday that he's open to keeping the admissions tests for the city's elite public high schools, in a major departure from...
Singer-actress drops half her body weight, becomes a sexy influencer
She's half the woman she used to be.
Here's what Ukraine's president thinks about that phone call with Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Wednesday he did not feel pressured during his phone call with President Trump — as Trump doubled down on his call for Ukraine to investigate...
Trump's tax returns to remain secret — for now
President Trump can hold onto his tax returns for at least a little longer, a judge ruled Wednesday. Manhattan federal Judge Victor Marrero blocked the Manhattan District Attorney's Office from...
You can now ask Alexa to get you a job at McDonald's
Starting Wednesday, McDonald’s Corp. will let job seekers start an application by using voice commands with Amazon’s Alexa or Google’s Assistant.
NYPD cop says fellow officers cyber-bullied her with naked picture
A rookie NYPD cop says her fellow officers circulated naked pictures that they claimed were of her — in mean-spirited instances of revenge-porn cyber-bullying, The Post has learned. Police Officer...
The altruistic reasons more and more people are ditching meat
A survey of 2,000 Americans examined respondents’ eating habits and found that less than half (47 percent) said meat is a major part of their diet.
College student prays over police officer at Florida restaurant
A viral photo of a young, black student laying hands on a police officer has captured the power of prayer. Justine Tucker documented the moving scene after the student, Juan...
Brewers will win this one and head to the playoffs
The DMV (Dept. of Money Vultures) says the license plates no one wanted will be ready in April. The winning design features our city’s iconic skyline, Statue of Liberty, Niagara...
EBay CEO steps down, cites differences with board
EBay chief executive officer Devin Wenig stepped down Wednesday, citing differences with the company’s recently revamped board, which is looking to sell some of its businesses amid pressure from activist...
Bryce Harper-less Nationals give Phillies fitting end to bust of a season
This wasn't what anyone anticipated when Bryce Harper jumped ship for $330 million. The Phillies were supposed to be baseball's next powerhouse after Harper left the Nationals in free agency,...
Woman attacks cop with her high heel during bar brawl
A brawl outside a club in Miami, Florida, turned even more dangerous once the heels came off. According to witnesses, a man's wife was furious when he was escorted out...
Possible explanations for Patriots adding a third quarterback
The New England Patriots will add to their quarterback room by signing free agent Cody Kessler, ESPN.com reported Wednesday. Kessler, 26, was in camp with the Philadelphia Eagles but was...
Senate votes again to block emergency funding for Trump's border wall
The Senate on Wednesday passed a measure that blocks President Trump from using emergency powers to raid the budget for military construction projects to pay for his long-promised border wall....
Lindsey Graham warns Nancy Pelosi, Dems over 'dangerous road' of impeachment
Sen. Lindsey Graham has a message for Nancy Pelosi: Put your money where your mouth is. The South Carolina Republican challenged the House speaker to hold a formal vote opening...
Florida official says suspended Parkland sheriff should return to duty
A Florida Senate special master has recommended the former sheriff who was suspended for his department’s bungled response to the Parkland high school massacre should be reinstated, according to a...
Research suggests brain exams can detect would-be murderers
Researchers have linked violent behavior to abnormalities in the brain – and believe early detection may help authorities zero in on would-be murderers before they even think of attacking, according...
Thai model busted for ditching unconscious woman after they had sex
A Thai model has been busted for allegedly taking an unconscious woman home, having sex with her -- and then leaving her lifeless body in his building lobby, officials said....
'We're all in big trouble': Latest climate report issues dire warning
Earth is in more hot water than ever before and so are we, an expert United Nations climate panel warned in a grim new report Wednesday.
Dog who spent 400 days at animal shelter is finally adopted
A dog whot spent 400 days at a Kansas animal shelter now has a forever home -- exactly a week after a man moved into her kennel and vowed to...
The moment neighbors found Bay Ridge couple bound after home invasion
Exclusive photos show the moment a Brooklyn man found his neighbors bound by duct tape in their Bay Ridge house — right after home invaders made off with their safe...
Impatient passenger opens emergency exit door because plane was ‘too stuffy’
The woman is believed to have felt the cabin was "too stuffy" and popped open the emergency exit to get some "fresh air", according to reports.
Man gets 5 years for torching Brooklyn mall garage over parked-car sex
Evon Stephens, 24, was also sentenced to three years of supervised release after he pleaded guilty to setting the Sept. 17, 2018 blaze at the Kings Plaza Shopping Center.
Australian man finds full-figured red-bellied black snake, names it 'Chonk'
The 6-ft-long male reptile was probably hunting for suitable mates as the breeding season began after it slithered out of a large creek system where fish and frogs would have...
Nissan recalls 1.3 million vehicles over faulty backup cameras
Nissan is recalling 1.3 million vehicles mainly in the US and Canada to fix a problem with the backup camera displays.
$1 million viral beer money guy's racist past comes back to bite him
A college football fan who raised more than $1 million with a joke sign begging for beer money was exposed for writing old racist tweets — forcing his beloved Busch...
Cop who oversaw Harvey Weinstein probe under investigation
An NYPD sergeant who oversaw the Harvey Weinstein probe is the "focus" of an internal investigation into cops suspected of playing hooky and misusing official vehicles, law enforcement sources told...
The rise of LaMelo Ball is very real: Could go No. 1 in NBA Draft
Lonzo Ball hasn't yet morphed into the Jason Kidd clone many believed he would become, but his youngest brother, LaMelo, appears to be a far greater prospect than many had...
Teacher fired over 'mock slave auction' loses new Westchester gig
A white teacher fired from a Westchester County private school for staging a "mock slave auction" has now been suspended by Mount Vernon school officials — who hired her ignorant...
Chilling bodycam footage shows moments after cop fatally shot neighbor
Jurors at the trial of a white former Dallas cop who fatally shot her black neighbor in his apartment while off duty saw disturbing police video of the deadly encounter...
This looks nothing like the Frank Ntilikina who has confounded Knicks
Incredibly, Frank Ntilikina, the Knicks' 2017 lottery pick, is now the team's longest-tenured player, along with Damyean Dotson. Ntilikina played like he wants to stay that way when he led...
Al Franken making a comeback with his own SiriusXM radio show
Al Franken, who resigned his US Senate seat in 2017 amid sexual misconduct charges, will re-emerge into the public sphere on Saturday when he starts a new weekly radio show...
'Superwoman' bends metal bars with her bare hands to free trapped deer
Meet the self-proclaimed "Captain Save-a-Doe."
Parents allegedly allowed 'two grown men' to sexually abuse their young son
Two New Mexico parents allegedly allowed grown men to sexually abuse their 8-year-old son -- and callously told the boy to “deal with it,” according to a new report. James...
FTC sues Tinder owner Match Group for placing fake ads
Dating web site Match.com has been touting bogus profiles tied to “romance scams” to boost its membership, according a new lawsuit. The Federal Trade Commission on Wednesday said Match Group,...
Ukraine transcript is like a lousy sequel to Russia 'collusion' controversy
Well, the transcript is out, and it’s already clear that Biden-Ukraine is the even-lousier sequel to the already-lousy Russian “collusion” flick. As a narrative of supposed Trumpian corruption, this new...
Frank Lloyd Wright’s final house to be auctioned without reserve
Just before the Guggenheim Museum opened in New York in 1959, Frank Lloyd Wright completed a residential design for Norman and Aimee Lykes in Phoenix. It would be his last....
Michael Vick says football 'isn't a fashion show,' rips Cam Newton and his style
Cam Newton continues to take hits from the sideline. Former Falcons quarterback Michael Vick took aim at the injured Newton during a recent appearance on FS1's "Speak for Yourself," criticizing...
Dog owner gives beloved pet, 5 newborn pups a maternity photo shoot
This pooch got the new-mom glam shots she deserves. Washington photographer Laura Shockley has spent the past seven years photographing human babies and new parents. So when her doting dachshund,...
'Your blood shall I taste': Inside a fitness guru's insane revenge campaign
A Florida fitness guru who "wreaked havoc" on her competitors' lives was sentenced to prison for using 369 dummy Instagram accounts to harass rivals and stage a kidnapping, officials said....
Ex-MMA fighter ‘The Panther’ finally busted in gruesome 2011 murder
A former mixed martial arts fighter known as "The Panther" was finally busted for a 2011 torture murder after spending years on the lam, according to a report. Ariel Gandulla,...
White House scrambles to recall Ukraine call talking points sent to Dems by mistake
The White House on Wednesday sent out talking points on how to spin the release of a summary of President Trump’s phone call to his counterpart in Ukraine — but...
Bodycam shows moment cop fatally shoots man charging at him with knife
Shocking bodycam footage shows a knife-wielding man charging at a Minnesota cop, who shoots him dead. The clip, released by St. Paul's police department, shows officer Steve Mattson inside his...
'RHOBH' star Erika Jayne to make Broadway debut in 'Chicago'
The self-proclaimed "showgirl" is making her Broadway debut.
Grandpa sacrifices life for 3-year-old girl in home explosion
A brave Oklahoma grandpa gave his life to save his 3-year-old granddaughter from the family's exploded home, according to a new report. Don Osteen, an Army veteran and Purple Heart...
Pastor blamed attempted rape of girl on her 'demons': cops
Maybe he should reflect on his own demons. A Maryland pastor who tried to rape a girl blamed her "demons" for the sick attack, according to police. Octavio Cantarero, 42,...
How many times a day does this 7-foot man duck under doors?
Forget duck, duck, goose — this guy just ducks. Atlanta, Georgia-based videographer Beau Brown hilariously vlogs his daily experiences as a 7-foot-tall man. Watch as he films himself ducking under...
How cyber-security firm CrowdStrike is linked to Trump's call with Ukraine
CrowdStrike, the cyber-security firm retained by the Democratic National Committee to probe the hack of their computer servers during the 2016 election, received a passing mention in the transcript released...
'The great fracture': UN chief warns of a world divided between US and China
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned global leaders Tuesday of the looming risk of the world splitting in two, with the United States and China creating "their own zero-sum geopolitical and...
Stranger kisses Kentucky news reporter during live broadcast
A stranger went right up to a Kentucky news reporter and kissed her on the cheek during a live broadcast at a music festival -- an act that she blasted...
FedEx-tasy: Couple's surprise package of 'decorative pebbles' was actually Molly
She could have bought a thousand dresses with the drug money. A couple in Austria were expecting a delivery of dresses from a retailer in the Netherlands but ended up...
Cookie dough recalled over possible nut allergens
California New Foods said consumers who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts and tree nuts are at risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they eat...
Fantasy football Week 4 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em: Russell Wilson, Baker Mayfield
Setting your fantasy football lineups each week can be hard. Below are some good plays for Week 4, as well as some guys you should consider avoiding based on matchups,...
This video of a humanoid robot showing off its gymnastics skills is mesmerizing
Boston Dynamics' humanoid Atlas robot, which has already demonstrated incredibly impressive human-like abilities, just keeps getting better and better.
Food Network's new app will stream interactive cooking classes
Food Network is launching a paid subscription service that will offer live, interactive cooking classes with star chefs like Bobby Flay, Rachael Ray and Giada De Laurentis. The new streaming-video...
Unhinged Lyft driver’s beatdown ruined composer’s 'illustrious' career: suit
A Brooklyn composer’s career was ruined by an unhinged Lyft driver -- who beat him senseless when he canceled his ride, the music man claims in a lawsuit filed Wednesday....
Parents fight for records to prove adopted 'child' is mentally ill dwarf
The Indiana parents who claim their "abandoned child" was really a deranged adult with dwarfism are fighting for her mental health records to prove their explosive claims against her. Kristine...
Bad carbs account for 42 percent of daily calories in the American diet
Americans’ diets are a little less sweet and a little crunchier but there’s still too much sugar, white bread and artery-clogging fat, a study suggests.
Trump blames 'corrupt journalists,' Dems in Ukraine call probe
President Trump said a transcript released Wednesday shows "there is no pressure whatsoever" in his call with the president of Ukraine before reiterating his criticism of Democrats and the “fake...
Vacant retail space has doubled in NYC over 10 years
Empty retail space in the Big Apple doubled over the last decade as local shops struggled with soaring rents, red tape and competition from Amazon, a troubling new study says....
10-year-old Massachusetts girl dies after choking on carrot at school
A 10-year-old Massachusetts girl died days after she choked on a carrot at school, according to new reports. Marilyn Ofobi Korankyewaa was eating the vegetable during snack time at Belmont...
Melvin Gordon's Chargers holdout could be coming to an end
It appears Melvin Gordon wants to get back on the field, even if he's not getting a raise. The Los Angeles Chargers running back, whose contract holdout extended into the...
Congressional leaders react to Trump's phone call with Ukraine prez
The release of a transcript of President Trump’s phone call with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky divided congressional leaders right down party lines -- with Sen. Lindsey Graham saying it would...
Teacher carries student with spina bifida on outdoor field trip
When a wheelchair-bound schoolgirl couldn't attend a field trip due to her disability, a kind-hearted teacher saved the day by carrying her the whole way on his back. Ryan Neighbors,...
Family of boy with autism outraged after he's accused of sexual harassment
A 5-year-old Tennessee boy with autism was accused of sexual harassment when he hugged a classmate and kissed another child on the cheek, according to reports. Summery Putnam, who is...
Mattel launches 'gender neutral' Barbie doll
You don't need long locks or a Dream Van to be a Barbie.
Glacier on famed Mont Blanc in danger of collapse, prompts calls for climate action
Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte, speaking on Wednesday at the UN General Assembly, said “news that a glacier on the Mont Blanc risks collapsing is a warning that can’t leave...
'Deep down' Eli must've hated Daniel Jones masterpiece: Brett Favre
Brett Favre believes he has some insight into what went through Eli Manning's mind when rookie Daniel Jones dominated in his first start as Giants quarterback. “You and I and...
Mother of Aurora massacre victim rips 'Joker' for 'unnecessary violence'
The mother of an Aurora massacre victim said trailers for the upcoming drama "Joker" left her "absolutely horrified." Sandy Phillips, whose daughter Jessica Ghawi, 24, was among the dozen people...
New Yorkers give NYPD a trust rating of 6.6 on 'sentiment meter'
On a scale of 1 to 10, New Yorkers rated their trust in the NYPD at 6.6, according to the latest data from the department. That data, released by the...
Creepy or clever? Burger King's new ad campaign features photos of customers napping
The fast-food chain recently revealed a new ad campaign that uses photos of customers sleeping inside their restaurants, allegedly after the customers had devoured large items from the menu's "King's...
Warren tops Biden for first time in new nationwide poll
Sen. Elizabeth Warren has gained a narrow lead nationally over former Vice President Joe Biden, erasing a double-digit deficit from just last month, according to a new poll released Wednesday....
Ex-Super Bowl MVP's wife struggling to breathe after car assault, video shows
The wife of former NFL quarterback Mark Rypien struggled to catch her breath while on the ground after being hit by the two-time Super Bowl champ as he drove, new...
NHL star accused of pulling pants down to taunt security guard
Auston Matthews got caught with his pants down. The Toronto Maple Leafs star is facing a disorderly conduct charge in his hometown of Scottsdale, Arizona, after allegedly pulling down his...
Trump talked alleged Biden corruption with Ukraine prez: rough transcript
The White House on Wednesday released a transcript of President Trump's phone call with his Ukrainian counterpart, in which the two discuss corruption in the country and how Joe Biden...
Differing levels of Kevin Durant's many feuds: Trolls, legends and 'bulls--t'
Without an NBA season to occupy him, Kevin Durant will have plenty of time to monitor the many hot takes aimed at him. Durant's first summer as a member of...
What Daniel Jones' emergence means for Giants, Over bettors
Exactly a week ago in this space, VSiN discussed the importance of moving the chains and finding the end zone for NFL offenses in general ... and the New York...
Sorry, stoners — there are no White Castle cameos in 'Sunnyside'
Kumar has had his fill of soggy burgers.
Soccer hooligan punches police horse in the face
This thug has "neigh" shame. A British hooligan was get caught on camera punching a police horse in the kisser. "Yo yo yo! My man's swinging for a horse!" the...
Woman faces trial for stabbing her model sister 189 times, gouging her eyes out
A drug-addled Russian woman allegedly stabbed her teen model sister 189 times, gouged her eyes out and sliced off her ears in a horrific fit of jealousy, according to a...
Toddler drowned in tub while parents went shopping: cops
A Minnesota couple have been charged in connection with the drowning death of their toddler -- after surveillance footage caught the pair shopping for two hours while their kids were...
Black bear crashes wedding, walks down the aisle
Bridezilla's gone feral.
Music producer killed in freak dump truck tire accident
A New Jersey music producer who has worked with a variety of notable artists -- including Yes lead singer Jon Anderson – has died of injuries suffered when he was...
Nintendo mobile game 'Mario Kart Tour' crashes servers
Nintendo's hotly awaited mobile title "Mario Kart Tour" launched on Wednesday, with many users initially complaining that server overload meant they were unable to play the game -- seen as...
Daniel Jones is already getting awarded for his strong debut
Daniel Jones was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week on Tuesday for his exploits at Tampa Bay in his first NFL start. The last player to do that...
Philip Morris, Altria call off merger talks
Tobacco giants Philip Morris International and Altria Group have scrapped merger talks as Altria-backed e-cigarette maker Juul Labs sank deeper into crisis and said it would suspend advertising in the...
'Jurassic World 3' will bring back some familiar faces
It's a reunion of prehistoric proportions. Universal Pictures has secured three iconic names from the original "Jurassic Park" flick for its upcoming "Jurassic World 3." Laura Dern, 52, Sam Neill,...
The US Army's chilling warning about 'Joker' screenings
The Army issued a warning to its personnel about the possibility of crazed “incel” extremists carrying out mass shootings at upcoming screenings of “Joker,” according to a new report. Marked...
FBI makes contact with dad of missing New Jersey girl Dulce Alavez
The FBI has been in touch with the father of missing 5-year-old Dulce Maria Alavez, who vanished more than a week ago from a New Jersey park. Dulce’s father, Edgar...
Trump: Democrats 'frozen with hatred and fear' as impeachment heats up
President Trump lashed out at Democrats, who he said are "frozen with hatred and fear," a day after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi launched an "official impeachment inquiry" into him. ...
Derek Trucks talks Tedeschi Trucks Band’s Beacon run but stays mum on guests
As reliable as the return of fall foliage and pumpkin spice everything, a sure sign that it's autumn in New York is the Tedeschi Trucks Band setting up shop at...
Build a beautiful website from scratch with Wix Premium
Social media is cool and all, but in order for potential employers, partners, customers and clients to really get to know you or your brand, you need a website. Without...
Ex-cop accuses FBI of covering up Prince Andrew's role in Epstein scandal
An ex-Florida cop who claims to have incriminating evidence of Prince Andrew is accusing the FBI of covering up the royal's role in the Jeffrey Epstein sex scandal, according to...
Juul CEO resigns amid spike in vaping-related deaths
The boss of e-cigratte maker Juul stepped down on Wednesday in the face of a regulatory backlash and a surge in mysterious illnesses linked to vaping products. Chief Executive Kevin...
Video shows inmate catch contraband package dropped from a drone
This jailbird is really in the weeds. Amazing video footage shows an Ohio jail inmate catching a package dropped from a drone -- one containing a contraband cellphone and marijuana,...
US: Airstrike against Islamic State in Libya kills 11
CAIRO — The US military says it has carried out an airstrike against the Islamic State group in Libya, the second US airstrike in the North African country in less...
Boat capsizes in the Philippines, leaves 7 dead and 14 injured
KALIBO, Philippines — The Philippines coast guard said seven rowers drowned and 14 others were rescued when their dragon boat overturned Wednesday after being lashed by strong waves during a...
Impossible Burger products now selling at Fairway, Wegmans
Impossible Burger is coming to a supermarket near you. The wildly popular plant-based meat company — whose burgers are served in 7,200 Burger Kings across the country — is inking...
Goofball books it after girlfriend catches bouquet
The second this Millbrook, Alabama, man saw his girlfriend catch this bride's bouquet toss, he dramatically ran for the hills. He left wedding guests hilariously wondering if he sped off...
Yankees believe this injury isn't too serious
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — With the amount of injuries the Yankees have suffered this season it wasn’t easy to believe third baseman Gio Urshela avoided a serious left hand problem...
When Sanchez and Encarnacion could return to Yankees
ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. — Gary Sanchez is listening to the Yankees’ medical staff about returning to the lineup during the final week of the season. When the Yankees took the...
UK lawmakers to return to Parliament amid Boris Johnson ruling
LONDON — Lawmakers in Britain are returning to the House of Commons following a Supreme Court ruling that Prime Minister Boris Johnson had acted illegally by suspending Parliament. The prime...
Noah Syndergaard flops again with one of his favored catchers
For a second straight start, Noah Syndergaard had somebody other than Wilson Ramos behind the plate to catch him, as Callaway inserted Tomas Nido into the lineup. Nido became Syndergaard’s...
Yankees' two big guns are full-time players again
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Second baseman Gleyber Torres returned to the Yankees’ lineup Tuesday night when Aaron Judge started in right field for the first time since last Wednesday when...
One injured Yankee not giving up on playoff availability
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — It might remain a long shot for Aaron Hicks to make it back from a right flexor tendon problem but the switch-hitting center fielder hasn’t closed...
'Next David Wright': Captaincy could be in Pete Alonso's future
It seems just a matter of time until Pete Alonso catches Aaron Judge for the MLB rookie home-run record. The Mets first baseman has 50 home runs, two shy of...
The one team the Yankees should be hoping to avoid in ALDS
ST . PETERSBURG, Fla. — Look, cards on the table: We all know Billy Beane may have uttered the most truthful thing ever about the baseball playoffs when he called...
Woman accused of hiding mom's corpse in basement, collecting her Social Security
A Wisconsin woman allegedly stashed her mother's corpse in a plastic tub in the basement while living off the mom's Social Security checks, authorities said. The woman, 60-year-old Paula Bergold,...
Mom charged with helping daughter assault classmate at bus stop
A mother in Nashville was reportedly arrested Monday morning for helping her daughter attack a classmate at a school bus stop. Kalina Gaines, 30, was charged with assault for punching...
Jets coach: Leonard Williams is 'on the upside'
Jets fans may be running out of patience with Leonard Williams, but his position coach had nothing but praise for him Tuesday. Defensive line coach Andre Carter said Williams is...
Anthony Mancinelli, barber still cutting hair at 108, dies
NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. — A man who was still working as a barber when he was 108 years old has died in New York. Brooks Funeral Home says Anthony Mancinelli...
Fired SEAL leaders say Navy made them scapegoats amid misconduct claims
SAN DIEGO — Two senior leaders of a Navy SEAL team who were fired in a highly unusual move say they are being made scapegoats amid a series of high-profile...
Hillary Clinton backs Trump impeachment: 'We are in a crisis'
Hillary Clinton joined her fellow Democrats in calling for impeachment proceedings against President Trump on Tuesday. Clinton made the statement while speaking to People magazine, saying the country is in...
Man who created labradoodle compares breed to 'Frankenstein's monster'
An Australian man who created the world's first labradoodle says he regrets creating the popular hybrid breed -- claiming in a recent interview the majority are "either crazy or have...
MLB sets strikeout record for 12th consecutive season
Major League Baseball has set its season strikeout record for the 12th straight season. Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Willy Adames went down swinging on a pitch from the New York...
Tulsi Gabbard says impeaching Trump would be 'terribly divisive'
Democratic hopeful Tulsi Gabbard said in an interview on Tuesday that impeaching President Donald Trump would be “terribly divisive for our already very divided country.” The Hawaiian congresswoman made the...