December 3, 2019
Rare US missile with protruding blades kills two targets in Syria
The projectile used in the attack is believed to be a rare Hellfire missile that, instead of a traditional warhead, has sword-like blades that protrude out of it.
Riker's Island visitors sue NYC over claims their books were soaked in drugs
Corrections officers at Rikers Island have taken to arresting visitors coming in with books — claiming the novels are being used to sneak in synthetic marijuana.
4 Rikers guards suspended for waiting several minutes to save teen who tried to hang himself
Four Rikers Island guards were suspended for allegedly waiting several minutes to rescue an inmate who had tried to hang himself in a cell, authorities and law-enforcement sources said. The...
Property bug bites New Yorkers with increased taxes
If you paid all your property taxes early or expected the tab to be the same amount paid in July or October, or thought you had credits, you are in...
Ariana Madix addresses drama behind 'Vanderpump Rules' cocktail book, 'Fancy AF'
Bravo's got no shortage of booze-fueled reality shows. But “Vanderpump Rules,” the network's sloshy series about employees at West Hollywood restaurant Sur, might just be its booziest. Now you can...
Deckhand admits to having drunken sex with captain when yacht crashed
Cheya Handley, 26, admitted in court Monday to guzzling booze and hooking up on the bow of the 80-foot Crystal Blue with the skipper.
Tom Brady looks more like an NFL bust right now
Tom Brady hasn't looked like himself this season. In fact, over the last bunch of games, the Patriots legend apparently has looked a lot more like — gulp — Chicago...
Islanders upended by woeful Canadiens
MONTREAL — The Canadiens were eventually going to win again, and it came at the Islanders' expense. Phillip Danault, Brendan Gallagher and Shea Weber each had a goal and an...
Alleged drug kingpin rumored be involved in David Ortiz shooting arrested
The Dominican Republic's most notorious drug trafficker, who was once rumored to be involved in the shooting that wounded Red Sox legend David Ortiz, has been arrested, authorities said. César...
Tua Tagovailoa hints at possible Alabama return
What a difference a few weeks makes. Alabama Crimson Tide star quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who suffered a season-ending hip injury three weeks ago in a win over Mississippi State, said...
Yankees can't use same old excuse in aces pursuit
“I certainly didn’t come all this way to suck.” — Matt Damon, “Saturday Night Live” The Red Sox fan made that declaration after traveling from Southern California to the Big...
LAPD cop caught fondling dead woman's breasts in bodycam video
A Los Angeles police officer is under investigation for allegedly fondling the breasts of a dead woman while his body-worn camera recorded the act, a report said. The incident allegedly...
Goodwin: Dem impeachment report is Adam Schiff's latest dud
Say this for Rep. Adam Schiff: His imagination is vivid and he has a flair for the dramatic.
Tiger Woods: It's OK Mickelson's playing in Saudi Arabia
NASSAU, Bahamas — Tiger Woods is defending Phil Mickelson and other top players who have signed up for the second edition of the Saudi International. The European Tour, and the...
New coach, same poor result for Devils
A coaching change didn't snap the New Jersey Devils out of their funk. Jonathan Marchessault scored three straight goals in the third period to rally the Vegas Golden Knights over...
'Charging Bull' sculptor and auctioneer battle over long-lost menorah
It’s going to take a lot more than eight nights to shed light on this menorah mystery. A 14-foot bronze menorah designed by “Charging Bull” sculptor Arturo Di Modica has popped...
Hearst on a collision course with employees over union
Hearst Magazine is steering employees to an internal anti-union website, the latest push to stop its workers' recent effort to unionize.
The most popular Uber destination in New York is not what you think
New York’s hottest Uber destination isn’t the High Line, the Met, Madison Square Garden or any tourist-mobbed Manhattan landmarks. The location in the Empire State where most people use the...
Alexandar Georgiev milestone could cause big Rangers problem
If it seems like Henrik Lundqvist is playing a lot, it’s because he is. The club’s disappointing 4-1 loss to the visiting Golden Knights on Monday night was the 37-year-old...
Yankees teaming up with Amazon to stream games
The Yankees may soon become a major-league thorn in the side of New York’s cable providers. The Bronx Bombers, working with tech giant Amazon, are gearing up to become the...
XFL's Guardians show off jerseys ahead of league's relaunch
New York's XFL franchise, the Guardians, debuted their look Tuesday for the reinvented league's upcoming season. At a private dinner to kick off minicamp, head coach Kevin Gilbride showed off...
Forgotten Knicks guard's future is one big mystery
Allonzo Trier doesn’t know what the future holds. It’s as big a mystery to him as David Fizdale’s chances of finishing his second season. The second-year Knicks shooting guard knows...
Trump talks climate change, Iran and relationship with Prince Andrew
President Donald Trump on Tuesday aired a list of grievances as he appeared at the NATO summit in London. In appearances with European leaders, the commander in chief ripped into...
Galerie magazine hires ex-Condé Nast publisher Beth Fuchs Brenner
A former Condé Nast publisher has been hired as the president of Galerie, a 4-year-old art and design magazine started by James Cohen, the head of Hudson News magazine wholesaler,...
East Village building that houses Momofuku flagship sells for $14M
The noodles will keep flowing. The East Village building that houses David Chang’s flagship Momofuku and the smaller building next door have been sold for $14 million or just under...
Tribune Publishing is heading for doomsday in mid-2020
Armageddon for Tribune Publishing appears to be mid-2020. Alden Global Capital, the hedge fund headed by Heath Freeman that’s been dubbed a “strip miner” of newspapers, has a standstill agreement...
Florida teacher accused of having sex with teen 'several hundred times'
A Florida special education teacher was arrested Monday after allegedly having sex with her son’s 15-year-old friend “several hundred times” beginning last year, a report said. Susan Weddle, 40, and...
Florida man left son at side of highway because he might be gay: police
A Florida father left his juvenile son on the side of the road because he thinks his son might be gay, according to police. Evenaud Julmeus, 30, of Haines City, Fla., dropped...
St. John's clips Saint Peter's but will face a tougher test next
Mike Anderson had made sure no opponent would be overlooked or underestimated in the first month of his first season as head coach at St. John’s. When an overmatched opponent...
Jets' screwed up their chance to succeed collapsing Patriots
The Patriots look shaky. Now, we’ve seen this before and they have recovered, so don’t go overboard. They are not finished yet. But it is clear the end of the...
Why some NYC scaffolding has been up for more than a decade
Sick of the sidewalk sheds in your neighborhood? Some areas have been looking at the same eye sores since before smartphones came out. One building on Edgecombe Avenue in Harlem...
Brandon Steiner launches new sports memorabilia website
Sports guru Brandon Steiner, who lost control of his eponymous collectibles company this summer, is back in the game, The Post has learned. The 60-year-old entrepreneur and founder of Steiner...
College admissions scam ringleader tried to recruit 7 Stanford coaches
The ringleader of the college-admissions scandal, William "Rick" Singer, tried to recruit seven Stanford coaches over a 10-year period, the school said. Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne on Tuesday released the...
Animal rescuers can't untangle Christmas lights wrapped in buck’s antlers
Hopefully the other deer won’t laugh and call him names. A Northern California buck's antlers became entangled in Christmas lights last week -- and now the animal will have to...
Here’s the method to Joe Biden’s ‘malarkey’
I like the word malarkey, consarn it. It’s the bee’s knees. Sure, the youngsters might say, “OK, Boomer” on hearing Joe Biden utter the word, but if you think he’s...
Astros cheating scandal a 'tricky thing' for CC Sabathia
Even if the Astros are severely disciplined by MLB for using technology to relay signs to their hitters at Minute Maid Park, it will never be proven those acts cost...
5 of Bob Dylan's weirdest moments before his Beacon Theatre series ends
Bob Dylan does a lot of weird stuff. Here are five examples.
Jerry Nadler’s bag of tricks for next round of impeachment hearings
On Wednesday, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler takes over as ringmaster of the impeachment show. He is billing his opening act as an inquiry into the “historical and constitutional...
Carl Heastie orders probe into staffer involved in whistleblower complaint
Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie ordered an internal probe into why one of his top staff attorneys called a whistleblower to complain about her vote during a confidential Joint Commission on...
Iran in flames and ‘experts’ didn’t foresee it due to Trump-hate blindness
The Iranian regime faces the most serious popular challenge to its tyranny in 40 years. Sparked by a 50 percent hike in fuel prices last month, the uprising has spread...
Man U legend's affair with brother's wife has family in turmoil
The brother of former Manchester United soccer legend Ryan Giggs said the two haven’t talked in eight years since it was revealed the star athlete had engaged in a years-long...
Nepal’s animal sacrifice festival, known as ‘world’s bloodiest,’ underway after ‘ban’ ignored
A religious festival in Nepal where thousands of animals are sacrificed to a Hindu goddess began on Tuesday despite calls to end the bloodshed. The two-day Gadhimai festival kicked off...
Utah closer to unthinkable College Football Playoff berth
Ohio State will go into championship weekend as the top team in the College Football Playoff selection committee’s rankings, followed by LSU, Clemson and Georgia — the same four teams...
Knicks shockingly aren't closer to scapegoating David Fizdale
If David Fizdale is going to be made the scapegoat by Knicks president Steve Mills for his hodgepodge roster, it’s going to take a little while longer. According to an...
Deadly grizzlies battle humans in new Discovery series 'Man Vs. Bear'
Wednesday night marks the premiere of "Man Vs. Bear" -- or what happens when 21 brave-but-nervous athletes battle thousand-pound grizzlies in close proximity. Each episode of the competition series, airing...
Seth Rogen and father honored as Jewish icons
Seth Rogen has become quite the mensch. The comedian and his dad, Mark, were honored Monday in New York City by Jewish social-justice organization the Workers Circle at the ritzy...
Inside the Giants' heartless locker room
The question is often asked: What is the Giants locker room like after these losses? Are the players angry? Do they care? There is no doubt they care, but the...
Blame Bloomberg, not Trump for Bloomberg News’ dilemma
Sorry: It’s just silly to blame Brad Parscale, the Trump 2020 campaign manager, for the ridiculous position that Michael Bloomberg has put Bloomberg News in. Parscale announced Monday that the...
Another insider fix from New York’s pathetic ethics cops
If it’s not a coverup, it’s the next best thing: The state Inspector General’s Office just proved that it can’t investigate Gov. Andrew Cuomo. The office’s probe was “unable to...
School bus driver arrested for child porn, allegedly molesting 6-year-old
A Long Island school bus driver was busted Tuesday for allegedly molesting a 6-year-old and having child porn on his phone, cops said. State authorities were tipped off to Charles...
Nets' agonizing wait for Kyrie Irving's return continues
The Nets will have to survive at least two more games without Kyrie Irving. The All-Star point guard has returned to individual drills but still hasn’t been cleared for contact,...
Terrelle Pryor released from the ICU, says he nearly died twice
Former Jets player Terrelle Pryor on Tuesday was released from the Intensive Care Unit of a Pittsburgh hospital, where he revealed he nearly died twice since his girlfriend allegedly stabbed...
Schiff impeachment report offers nothing but predetermined conclusion
Funny: The dueling Republican and Democratic reports on the findings of the House Intelligence Committee hearings have one big thing in common: Neither offers hard evidence that President Trump committed...
Baby Yoda Funko Pop toys are now available to pre-order
Too cute, he is.
Elon Musk takes stand in 'pedo guy' defamation lawsuit
Elon Musk took the witness stand in his "pedo guy" defamation lawsuit trial Tuesday -- telling a jury he's not very influential. The billionaire tech executive is being sued for...
State Assembly Speaker says raising taxes will fix New York's budget gap
Democratic State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie (D-Bronx) said Tuesday the only way to combat the mammoth $6.1 billion budget deficit is to raise taxes. “This is gonna be a tough...
Yeezy-wearing mobster sentenced for running violent crime syndicate
Leonid “Lenny” Gershman -- who made headlines due to his expensive tastes, including Kanye West-branded footwear and fancy cars -- was sentenced to 16 and a half years in prison,...
Yankees' proven blueprint could be key to Gerrit Cole chase
If all it took for Brian Cashman to land stud free-agent pitchers was a boarding pass from New York to meet the hurler on his turf, the Yankees’ rotation would...
Riding the O train: Couple caught having sex on subway platform
You don’t have to get on a train to go downtown. A Manhattan couple apparently turned on by the sights, sounds and smells of New York’s least romantic locale had...
Marines given social media guidelines ahead of 2020 election
Guidelines issued by the Marine Corps on Monday prohibit members from sharing political posts on social media “during the upcoming election season” — unless it is accompanied by a disclaimer....
Carmelo Anthony was this close to calling it quits
Carmelo Anthony's revival almost didn't happen. The former Knick was getting ready to retire before the Trail Blazers finally signed him in November and got him on the court for...
Priest creates Vatican Minecraft server that's quickly sabotaged
A tech-savvy Catholic priest created a Minecraft server in the Vatican to foster a “less toxic” environment for gamers -- but while still in its test phase, the server was...
Pablo Escobar's bro launches foldable phone — busty models not included
He’s gone from cell to cellular. Drug kingpin Pablo Escobar’s ex-con brother Roberto just started peddling a foldable smartphone he predicts will be so addictive, it’ll replace the iPhone —...
Tesla CEO Elon Musk arrives in court for 'pedo guy' defamation trial
Elon Musk appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom Tuesday, where he is facing trial for a defamation lawsuit brought by a British diver who claims the Tesla boss's "pedo guy"...
Hezbollah 'sleeper' agent gets 40 years for spying for terror networks
Ali Kourani told a Manhattan federal courtroom that prosecutors "violated all ethics" after he appeared on their doorstep volunteering information about Hezbollah — and was then charged for providing material...
Bridgewater hedge fund co-CEO Eileen Murray leaving company
The most powerful woman in hedge funds is stepping down. Bridgewater Associates said Tuesday that co-Chief Executive Eileen Murray is leaving the world’s biggest hedge fund in early 2020. David...
C.J. Mosley’s miserable season is officially over
C.J. Mosley’s first season with the Jets officially came to an end Tuesday. In reality, it feels like it never even started. Mosley needs surgery to repair a core muscle...
Zack Wheeler ready to break the bank with bidding war nearly over
Zack Wheeler’s rise will be rewarded shortly — and handsomely. Two industry sources told The Post that Wheeler, who displayed his considerable upside by posting strong 2018 and 2019 seasons...
You will spend 78K hours of your life watching TV: study
Is this enough time to watch all the new shows on Netflix? The average person will spend more than 78,000 hours in front of the television over their lifetime, a...
Liberals rage about all-white Dem debate stage after Kamala Harris quits race
All six Democratic presidential candidates on next month's debate stage will be white after Kamala Harris pulled out of the race Tuesday -- a fact that has angered the party's...
'Fart launchers' are taking over kids' Christmas lists to terrorize parents
NoThis holiday season's shaping up to be a real stinker. Toy insiders and wincing parents tell The Post that the Buttheads Fart Launcher 3000 — a Nerf gun-like gadget that...
Dog flips on microwave, starts fire at owner's England home
A pesky pooch in England is being blamed for starting a fire at his owner’s home by inadvertently flipping on a microwave full of bread rolls on Tuesday afternoon, authorities...
Google's Larry Page and Sergey Brin stepping down from top roles
Google co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin said Tuesday they are giving up their top jobs at the search giant and its parent Alphabet. Google’s chief executive Sundar Pichai will...
Eastwood vs. fake news and other commentary
Culture beat: Eastwood vs. Fake News Clint Eastwood’s new film, “Richard Jewell,” tells the true story of “how the FBI and media aligned to punish a security guard who saved...
Tracy Morgan tops 4 new HBO Max stand-up comedy specials
The other comedians include "Search Party" star John Early and up-and-coming stand-ups Rose Matafeo and Ahir Shah.
Democrats' case for Trump's alleged obstruction explained
The House Intelligence Committee’s report accuses President Trump of official misconduct in Ukraine — but also devotes an entire section to allegations that he also obstructed justice by refusing to...
Melania Trump stuns in bright yellow cape for meeting with royals in London
She was a bright spot in the royals' day. First lady Melania Trump wore a vivid calf-length, canary-yellow cape on Tuesday for tea with Prince Charles and his wife Camilla...
Devils fire John Hynes after crushing start to season
Devils head coach John Hynes has been canned following a dismal start to the season. Hynes was fired Tuesday after four-plus seasons with New Jersey, the team announced. The ouster...
Chef Alfred Portale reveals the weird secret ingredient in his pesto
In his 35 years at the helm of Gotham Bar & Grill, Alfred Portale was honored with multiple three-star reviews, James Beard awards and Michelin stars for elevating the art...
Christmas gifts are better received when they're badly wrapped: study
Slapping a nice bow on that last-minute gift of socks this Christmas won't make it better -- in fact, it will make it worse, according to a new study. Researchers...
Dad travels 'Back to the Future' in souped-up DeLorean
As "Back to the Future" character Doc said, "The way I see it, if you’re going to build a time machine into a car, why not do it with some...
Connecticut takes steps to divest from guns 7 years after Sandy Hook shooting
If approved, it will mark the first time Connecticut has taken the step of divesting shares in firearm-related companies since the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.
Kaapo Kakko can be solution to Rangers' new power-play problem
This isn’t news to Rangers coach David Quinn, but it might be worth reiterating: a lefty on the first power-play unit could help. A lot. And it turns out he...
Jeffrey Epstein accused of sexually abusing 9 more women: suit
Nine more women have come forward to claim they were sexually abused by Jeffrey Epstein, with the incidents spanning from 1985 to 2007 — and involving children as young as...
This once-scrawny bodybuilder is injecting dangerous oil into muscles
A 48-year-old Brazilian man has revealed his astounding transformation from a scrawny teen to a massive muscled man — all thanks to potentially fatal injections of synthol. Valdir Segato of...
‘Unicorn puppy’ will stay with rescue group despite adoption offers
A dog who was dubbed the unicorn puppy because of a tail-like growth between his eyes will remain with the founder of a Missouri rescue group, despite more than 300...
UN delivering food aid to 4.1 million in Zimbabwe, fears 'major crisis'
Zimbabwe, once the breadbasket of southern Africa, is experiencing its worst economic crisis in a decade, marked by soaring inflation and shortages of food, fuel, medicines and electricity.
Jim Cramer's Dow predictions look way off
Are you worried now, Jim? Stock picker Jim Cramer, host of CNBC’s “Mad Money,” predicted on Monday that the stock market would avoid a free-fall this month — only to...
Cats are trying to talk to you with their faces: study
Your kitty wants to have a chat, so listen up!
Americans are willing to do extreme things to avoid a bad first impression
The study of 2,000 Americans examined their attitudes on first impressions, and the saying holds up -- you only get one chance, at least according to 85 percent of respondents.
Giants co-owner gives 'very honest' warning to Gettleman, Shurmur
Honesty won’t be lacking when the Giants' owners sit down at the end of the year to determine the team’s future. Coach Pat Shurmur and general manager Dave Gettleman are...
White House claims impeachment report has no 'evidence of wrongdoing'
The White House on Tuesday said the House Intelligence Committee's report on its impeachment investigation doesn't provide "evidence of wrongdoing" by President Trump. “At the end of a one-sided sham...
Woman gets all 17 of her dogs and cats to pose for photo
This was even harder than herding cats. A UK-based pet-whisperer got all 17 of her pets to pose for a photo together. Kathy Smith accomplished this hair-raising photoshoot — a...
To save Everglades, guardians fight time -- and climate
Formed roughly 5,000 years ago, during a time of sea level rise, the Everglades once comprised an area twice the size of New Jersey. But over the course of just...
California church cleaner stabs 2 women with scissors, attacks 3rd: cops
A cleaning worker at a California church used a pair of scissors to stab two people who tried to stop her from attacking another woman inside the house of worship,...
Bethlehem says it's ready for best Christmas in two decades
BETHLEHEM, West Bank — As the Christmas decorations go up in Manger Square, Bethlehem is preparing for its best Christmas for two decades, the town’s mayor and hoteliers say. Five...
Panthers abruptly fire coach with connection to Giants GM
The Panthers fired coach Ron Rivera on Tuesday. Secondary coach Perry Fewell will take over on an interim basis, with offensive coordinator Norv Turner transitioning to special assistant to the...
Bloomberg proposes ending cash bail for many 'non-violent' crimes
Bloomberg, stumping in Jackson, Miss., said he would provide federal “incentives” or aid to states that reduce or eliminate the use of cash bail for non-violent offenders.
Listen to Episode 7 of 'Big Apple Buckets': Knicks Therapy feat. Jerry Ferrara
The Knicks were destroyed by the Bucks on Monday night, losing by 44 points. That means there's one thing you need to be locked into this Tuesday (and every Tuesday)...a...
The best Giving Tuesday 2019 deals: ShopDisney, Quay, Gorjana, and more
You can use your holiday shopping for more good than crossing items off your gift list by taking part in some major Giving Tuesday deals. Several retailers are participating in...
Reforms lead to spike in violence at juvenile detention centers
A new state law that raised the age of criminal responsibility to 18 has caused a massive spike in violence at youth detention facilities, city officials admitted Tuesday at a...
Baby porpoises are being poisoned by their mothers' contaminated milk
Baby porpoises in the UK are being poisoned by what's described as a "cocktail of chemicals" stemming from pollutants in their mother's milk.
British Airways passengers wrestle man who tried to open door mid-flight
A British Airways passenger yelling, "I want to get out!" had to be restrained by other fliers when he tried to open an exit door mid-flight, according to a report....
Uber's top tourist destination in the world is right here in NYC
The Empire State Building was been named by the ride hail app service as the number-one tourist attraction in the world that its users traveled to in 2019, the company...
Chinese scientists are using DNA samples to recreate faces: report
Many fear it could become a tool used to further restrict civil liberties.
President of bible college charged with sexually assaulting student on flight from Israel
The teen was with a group of students on a religious trip to Israel, and Tilton accompanied them as an official guide, giving speeches.
Jennifer Dulos' hubby paid for jet-set lifestyle with gal pal: court witness
Fotis Dulos, the estranged husband of missing Connecticut mom Jennifer Dulos, went on lavish overseas holidays with girlfriend Michelle Traconis for years before the pair were charged in connection with...
Queens man busted with AK-47-style rifle, suitcase of ammo: cops
Cops serving a search warrant on a man in Queens found a Soviet-style assault rifle in his bedroom, police said Tuesday. Cops entered Joshua Gonzalez’s Far Rockaway apartment at 1 a.m....
Jerry Jones' Jason Garrett endorsement comes with conspicuous omission
Jerry Jones is keeping Jason Garrett on notice. The Cowboys owner said Tuesday he believes Garrett "will be coaching in the NFL next year." He just isn't ready to say...
Watch these deer hunters do the unthinkable — save a buck's life
When these hunters in Warrensburg, Missouri, encountered a young deer with its leg caught in a fence, they stepped in to save the animal. Although the duo often hunt deer,...
Michigan State-Duke: Experienced Spartans will cover
Michigan State and Duke have had some eerily similar results this season. Both have suffered losses as the No. 1 team in the country. Both are giving up between 64.7...
Arkansas toddler Loki Sharp dies trying to save family dog from fire
Loki Nikoli Sharp family lost track of the 23-month-old as they called for help and tried to extinguish the house flames on their own Saturday evening.
Trump announces Camp David will host next year's G-7 summit
"I think it's been more or less announced we'll do it at Camp David," the president said during a NATO meeting in London when asked if the White House had...
6-year-old Zymere Perkins was beaten, battered for months: ME
A city medical examiner described for a Manhattan courtroom Tuesday the appalling injuries suffered by a 6-year-old Harlem boy who was allegedly beaten to death by his mother's boyfriend three...
Farmer paints dog like tiger to protect crop from monkeys
Monkeys in India apparently can’t tell a tiger from a dog made to look like a tiger -- or at least that is what one farmer claims. The farmer, identified...
Former NFLer dies a year after twin brother's suicide
Former NFL running back George Atkinson III has died at the age of 27 -- a year after the suicide of his twin brother on Christmas Day, according to reports....
Polar bear graffitied with spray paint sparks outrage
Video of an unfortunate polar bear in Russia spray-painted with “T-34,” the name of a famous World War II Russian tank, has sparked outrage from wildlife experts.
FBI offers $5M bounty for highest-ranking overseas American terrorist
The FBI is offering a $5 million reward for information leading to the capture of the highest-ranking overseas American terrorist. The feds say Jehad Serwan Mostafa, 37 -- who was...
Trump, Macron trade jabs over captured ISIS prisoners
The bromance between President Trump and his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, took another hit Tuesday as the two exchanged barbs over the fate of captured ISIS fighters from Europe. Trump...
Couple rescues puppies living inside sheep carcass on Utah mountain
"The pups were cold, shivering and wet and just a little ball of ice,” Kat Perry said.
The Greg Schiano contract wrinkles that come with his Rutgers return
Greg Schiano is officially back to his old stomping grounds. The Rutgers athletic department formally announced on Tuesday that Schiano would make a return as head coach of the football...
House Intel report accuses Trump of wrongdoing in Ukraine dealings
Democrats on the committee are making the case that Trump engaged in behavior violating his oath of office and, in the course of their investigation, obstructed Congress by stonewalling the...
The Mississippi felons fighting to restore their voting rights
The state currently strips people convicted of 22 specific felonies of the right to vote. Those crimes include murder, bigamy, larceny, and carjacking.
Internet desperately searches for the 'Peloton girl'
After Peloton released its widely panned Christmas ad this week, conversation around the commercial switched from "This poor woman!" to "Who is this poor woman?" The cult-favorite stationary bike company...
Scientists unravel mystery of how life on Earth survived ice age
More than 600 million years ago, a massive ice age radically altered the planet's climate, resulting in a "Snowball Earth." Now, researchers believe they have discovered how early animals on...
Team Trump mocks Kamala Harris after she drops out
Harris suspended her presidential campaign in a tweet that said, "I will keep fighting every day for what this campaign has been about. Justice for the People. All the people."
Mom of kids found hanging purchased dog leash, searched 'hanging yourself'
The Pennsylvania woman accused of murdering her two kids bought a dog leash the morning before they were both discovered hanging in the basement with the leash wrapped around their...
Jar Jar Binks actor to host 'Star Wars' game show on Disney+
"Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge," a new game show aimed at kids and hosted by Jar Jar Binks actor Ahmed Best, will premiere on Disney+ subscription streaming service in 2020....
New free agents give Mets chance to add to 'creative' strategy
Kevin Pillar is essentially the player the Mets hoped Juan Lagares would evolve into. Yes, Lagares would always be challenged as far as getting on base at a strong clip,...
Weapon X: NYPD finds 'Wolverine' claws at Bronx home
They picked the right house, bub. NYPD officers responding to a call in the Bronx discovered a pair of claws worthy of X-Men's Wolverine among a cache of weapons, according...
Shoplifting suspects pepper-spray employees
When these Burlington employees from Blaine, Minnesota, caught two women allegedly shoplifting, they ran to the door to stop them. The confrontation turned painful once the suspects sprayed a Mace-like...
Burglar steals cash, booze from 13 Manhattan restaurants in two weeks
The crook has hit a total 13 different restaurants in Greenwich Village, Chelsea and Midtown since Nov. 19th, stealing more than $1,700 from cash registers, as well as nine computer...
Manhole explosion scorches car in Crown Heights
The black 2009 Toyota Camry was parked on Dean Street near Albany Avenue when the manhole fire erupted around 12:50 a.m. Tuesday, the FDNY said.
How to pre-order your Baby Yoda 'Star Wars' plush toy
You can finally pre-order Baby Yoda toys, but the delivery date will be far, far away.
Husband from hell gets life in murder of his young teacher wife
A Massachusetts "monster" convicted of killing his wife in their home will spend the rest of his life in prison, a court heard this this week. Andrew MacCormack, 31, was sentenced...
Kamala Harris drops out of 2020 presidential race
Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Kamala Harris, who plunged in the polls amid internal strife in her campaign, dropped out of the 2020 presidential election Tuesday after canceling a major New...
Go ahead and admit it -- 'The Irishman' is terrible
There are two kinds of people in this world: First, those who think "The Irishman" — the Martin Scorsese-directed, Al Pacino/Robert De Niro/Joe Pesci-starring, mega-mob opera released last week on...
Carl Banks appalled by sad state of Giants defense
The Giants' critics are growing louder, and popping up closer to home. Former Giants linebacker Carl Banks, who helped bring Super Bowl titles to New York in the 1986 and...
Is Netflix's 'Messiah' the second coming of Christ — or a con?
Is there a fine line between Christ-like and anti-Christ?
Betting breakdown of key Big Ten/ACC Challenge matchups
Though the annual Big Ten/ACC Challenge began Monday night, its most marquee matchups will be played Tuesday and Wednesday nights to avoid clashing with the NFL. Here’s a quick look...
New Peloton commercial sparks cries of sexism
Peloton's getting shredded — over a cringe-worthy advertisement.
Meet the adorable dancer who is the first black lead in NYC Ballet's 'The Nutcracker'
This tiny dancer is twirling her way into the history books. When Misty Copeland became the American Ballet Theater's first black principal dancer four years ago, she shattered racial barriers...
Treasure hunter finds quarter-pound gold nugget worth $100K
It's worth more than $100,000.
Apple Music joins Spotify in doling out streaming awards
Apple announced its inaugural music awards Monday, joining Spotify in doling out prizes based on streaming data. The tech giant gave four artists its first-ever “Apple Music Awards” in five...
All-Star closer becomes intriguing new option in free agency
A flamethrowing reliever has become a surprise addition to MLB free agency. The A’s non-tendered Blake Treinen on Monday, making the 2018 All-Star a new hot commodity for teams seeking...
Under wraps: Egyptian mummies' hidden tattoos revealed
Thanks to high-tech photography, researchers can now see previously hidden tattoos on ancient Egyptian mummies. Infrared photography was used to help identify tattoos on seven mummified Egyptians dating as far...
Muslim college students confronted while praying: ‘F--k you and all your family’
Two Muslim students were allegedly harassed while praying in a computer lab at Metropolitan State University of Denver in Colorado. “F— you, f— you and all your family,” the female...
Starbucks manager says she was wrongfully fired over 'pig' cup scandal
A manager of the Oklahoma Starbucks where a cop received an order labeled "Pig" says she was wrongfully fired because the coffee chain was "looking for someone to take the...
Donald Trump won't commit to defending 'delinquent' NATO allies
President Trump offered an ambiguous reply Tuesday when asked if the US would come to the defense of a NATO ally under attack, if that country had not spent as...
Scrambling WFAN has so many unknowns with Mike Francesa era ending
With Mike Francesa’s final day as a regular WFAN afternoon host approaching this Friday, Entercom and the station still do not have his replacements set or signed. There has even...
This tiny gadget scans any surface to identify its exact color
You know the eyedropper tool in Photoshop or Paint used to select the exact color you want? Well, there’s a real-life version of that eyedropper tool called the Nix Mini Color...
NJ Little League ex-president, treasurer admit to stealing more than $100K
The ex-president and treasurer of a New Jersey Little League pleaded guilty this week to pocketing more than $100,000 from its World Series team, officials announced. Anthony Del Vecchio, 64,...
Subtle moves show Derek Jeter may be sick of Marlins embarrassment
The Marlins might not be making big splashes, but they are at least rising above tank level. Derek Jeter’s team made two moves Monday uncharacteristic of a tanking team, acquiring...
Mark Zuckerberg, Priscilla Chan give rare look into their personal lives
Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, gave a rare, inside look into their personal lives, revealing that their two young daughters have chores and how they deal with work-life...
Greta Thunberg says voyage to US 'energized' her climate fight
“I think people are underestimating the force of angry kids,” Thunberg said. “If they want us to stop being angry, then maybe they should stop making us angry.”
Putin signs law requiring Russian apps be installed on smartphones, PCs
The legislation signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin said the government would come up with a list of Russian applications that would need to be installed on the different devices.
Feline making love: Tiger treks 800 miles in search of sex
This wild cat will do anything for love.
Illinois teen charged in mom’s killing blames drug Zoloft
The attorney for a 17-year-old western Illinois girl accused of fatally shooting her mother says she wasn’t responsible for her actions because she was under the influence of a prescription...
Wisconsin widow who offered $25K for info on husband's 2006 death is arrested in case
A Wisconsin widow who once offered a $25,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in her husband’s murder has been busted in connection with the 2006 slaying, according to...
Holiday overeating may be slowly killing us
Feeling stuffed and bloated after a blowout Thanksgiving eating marathon? Staring at mounds of desserts and other leftovers in the aftermath? It may be even worse than you think. Health...
Girlfriend of London Bridge attack victim shares emotional tribute
The heartbroken girlfriend of London Bridge terror victim Jack Merritt vowed in an emotional tribute to "make a difference" in his memory. Leanne O'Brien remembered her beau, a 25-year-old Cambridge...
A pill made of curry herbs could spice up women's sex lives
This could be the korma sutra.
Lactose intolerant: Woman sprays breast milk at ticket taker
How dairy she?! A woman aboard a tram in Germany reportedly sprayed a ticket taker with fresh-from-the-source breast milk after the worker ordered her and a pal to get off...
Elon Musk faces trial in 'pedo guy' lawsuit
Tesla chief Elon Musk is set to go to trial Tuesday in a defamation lawsuit over his infamous Twitter post calling a British cave explorer a “pedo guy.” A jury...
Past decade expected to be Earth's hottest on record
“Heatwaves and floods which used to be ‘once-in-a-century’ events are becoming more regular occurrences,” World Meteorological Organization Secretary-General Petteri Taalas said.
Starbucks serves up Irish Cream Cold Brew
Don't get too excited, tipplers.
Google’s 'Thanksgiving Four' filing complaint over retaliatory tactics
Four workers fired from Google last week are planning to file a federal labor complaint against the company, claiming it unfairly retaliated against them for organizing workers around social causes....
Court ruling allows House to enforce subpoenas demanding Trump's tax returns
The House of Representatives can enforce subpoenas seeking eight years of President Trump’s financial records, an appeals court ruled Tuesday. The majority decision from the Second Circuit Court of Appeals...
Toddler cheats death by cuddling up to a gigantic python
In this episode of "We Can't Believe They Survived," a toddler risks death by playing with a gigantic python, two birds cause an enormous motorcycle crash and a woman freaks...
Trump issues warning: NATO allies who don't pay up will be 'dealt with'
President Trump said NATO members who don't pony up more for their share of defense spending in the alliance will be "dealt with." "Maybe I'll deal with them from a...
How LSU can unleash College Football Playoff chaos
LAS VEGAS — In an ironic twist, Joe Burrow never was good enough to start at Ohio State, but the Louisiana State quarterback could finish his college career by facing...
Female fans get into wild brawl at NFL game
This wasn't the NFC West showdown fans were likely expecting. As the Rams took on the Cardinals on Sunday in Arizona, two female friends got into an altercation, one repeatedly...
Flood at famed Arizona waterfalls sends tourists scrambling
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — A popular tourist spot deep in a gorge off the Grand Canyon known for its blue-green waterfalls will make repairs after heavy flooding over the Thanksgiving break...
How much the average American spends on snacks in their lifetime
What would you do for a lifetime supply of snacks? According to new research, a sixth of Americans would completely shave their head. The survey of 2,000 Americans found snacks...
Estate sale: Where to find America's cheapest mansions
Much like "jumbo shrimp," "civil war," or "working vacation," the phrase "affordable mansion" seems the most moronic of oxymorons. But we're here to tell you: It's a real thing! Contrary...
Elderly grandson of P.C. Richard founder runs wife over with his car
The elderly grandson of the founder of P.C. Richard fatally ran over his wife with his Mercedes in their Long Island driveway, authorities and the family say. Peter Richard, 83...
Week 14 fantasy football waiver wire: Ryan Fitzpatrick, Alexander Mattison
If you are reading this, congratulations! Your hard work paid off and you are in the fantasy football playoffs. Now isn't the time to slack off, so check out the...
Dow drops 400 points after Trump says trade war could drag on
The Dow Jones industrial average tumbled more than 400 points Tuesday after President Trump said that he has “no deadline” to end the trade war with China and that it...
WWE had no choice but to turn Seth Rollins heel
WWE is pulling the plug on Seth Rollins’ babyface run at the perfect time. He and the product will benefit, but that doesn't absolve WWE from blame for needing to...
Teacher fired after condemning student thankful to be adopted by his dads
A Utah substitute teacher has been fired after admonishing a fifth-grader who said he was thankful for being adopted by his two fathers, officials said. The unidentified teacher was terminated...
Hiker stumbles across human head in L.A.
A Los Angeles hiker made a gruesome discovery on a trail when they stumbled upon a decapitated head, officials said. The hiker was walking their dog around 9 a.m. Monday...
Should feminine hygiene products be free?
Sixty percent of women in a recent survey admitted to budgeting in order to afford menstrual products.
Amazon customer orders Apple Watch, gets $5 plunger instead
Hopefully, this was just a mistake and not someone at Amazon trying to send a message. A London man ordered an Apple Watch from the popular website, but when the...
Hero in London Bridge attack was stabbed 5 times — and still fought terrorist
One of the heroes who battled the London Bridge attacker was knifed five times -- but still battled the terrorist “until the end,” according to a new report. Lukasz Koczocik,...
Cyber Monday spending reaches new high
American shoppers shelled out $9.4 billion on Cyber Monday, setting a new spending record, new data show. The total was a 19.7 percent jump from last year, according to real-time...
These $60 straps turn AirPods into normal headphones
The old musical ball and chain is back. After a mere three years of wireless Apple AirPod hype, the new AirPod Carrying Strap looks a whole lot like, well, old...
Toxic fog is poisoning California's mountain lions
A surprising culprit has been fingered for very high mercury levels found in mountain lions living near the California coast -- marine fog.
Trump rips Macron over 'brain dead' NATO comments
President Trump, a longtime critic of NATO, went to bat for the trans-Atlantic alliance on Tuesday over "nasty" comments from French President Emmanuel Macron that NATO is "brain dead" because of lackluster...
Florida man accused of living off dead mom's Social Security checks for 15 years
A Florida man is accused of living off his dead mom's Social Security checks for 15 years -- pocketing almost a quarter-million dollars, according to a report. Richard Greenberg, 67,...
First 'Black Widow' trailer teases surprising family reunion
Scarlett Johansson's character still has lots of venom.
Virginia Roberts Giuffre's dad says Jeffrey Epstein 'didn't kill himself'
Virginia Roberts Giuffre's dad believes Jeffrey Epstein may have been murdered behind bars -- given the serial pedophile's connections to powerful people, he said in a new interview Tuesday. Sky...
Snowstorm knocks out power for thousands in New Jersey and NYC
The season's first snowstorm knocked out power for tens of thousands of people in New Jersey, officials said Tuesday. Jersey Central Power & Light reported 36,552 homes and businesses without...
Yankees' Gerrit Cole, Stephen Strasburg meetings show new level of interest
The Yankees are -- at minimum -- going to do for Gerrit Cole and Stephen Strasburg what they would not for their top free-agent starting target last year, Patrick Corbin:...
Prince Andrew accuser's dad: 'I know she’s telling the truth'
The father of Prince Andrew accuser Virginia Roberts Giuffre is standing by her side, saying he "knows she's telling the truth" about being forced to have sex with the royal...
FaceApp's links to Russia could make it a counterintelligence threat, FBI warns
The FBI has labeled the photo-editing tool FaceApp a “potential counterintelligence threat” because of its links to Russia. The bureau views any mobile app developed there as a possible risk...
France, EU 'ready to retaliate' against US tariffs
France and the European Union are "ready to retaliate" if the US follows through with threats to slap tariffs on $2.4 billion in imports of champagne, handbags and other French...
Monster rabbi gets prison for sexually abusing teen boy
A prominent Connecticut rabbi convicted of repeatedly sexually abusing a 15-year-old boy was sentenced this week to 12 years in prison. Rabbi Daniel Greer, 79, who founded Yeshiva of New...
Trump says Obama's handling of North Korea would have led to 'World War 3'
President Trump on Tuesday touted his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and warned that former President Barack Obama would have had the US involved in a world...
Trump: I'll work with UK prime minister — no matter who wins
President Trump on Tuesday said he'll work with whoever gets elected as the next UK prime minister -- as he promised to stay out of Britain's upcoming election. "I don't...
Jason Derulo on how he trained for 'Cats' — and why he's 'super single'
Before filming the movie version of the Tony-winning musical “Cats,” out Dec. 20, pop star Jason Derulo was strictly a dog person. “I’ve always been a dog person. I got...
Miami's buzziest buildings open ahead of Art Basel
After years of planning and construction, many of Miami’s most anticipated new developments are finally open. Perhaps the most significant is Paramount Miami Worldcenter, the biggest building project in Miami...
6 rising art stars to catch in Miami this week
Julian Navarro has a keen eye for spotting talent. As director of Art Miami — celebrating its 30th anniversary this week — as well as its sister shows Context in...
Miami's best new restaurants of 2019
Papi Steak | 736 1st St. Already a celeb hot spot, David Grutman’s homage to old Miami-meets-Hollywood glamour keeps guests coming back for the steak. Joining forces with David “Papi”...
Trump: Trade war with China could drag on past 2020 election
President Trump on Tuesday warned that the trade war with China could drag on beyond the 2020 election, saying there's "no deadline" to strike a deal. "In some ways, I...
Trump: US doesn't want Britain's NHS even 'on a silver platter'
President Trump on Tuesday said the US has no interest in Britain's National Health Service -- and wouldn't want it "even if you handed it to us on a silver...
'You love the puppy!': Baby's crying immediately stopped by adorable surprise
When this grandma from Timpson, Texas, became desperate to get her 8-month-old granddaughter to stop crying, she turned to her puppy for help. The instant Grandma placed the miniature schnauzer...
NFL Power Rankings for Week 13: Seahawks rise in growing elite
Just like that, there are five teams tied for the best record in the NFL, with every team in the league now having at least two losses. The top spot...
Fantasy football: Top pick-ups and drops after Week 13
The Post’s Drew Loftis evaluates all the relevant fantasy football news ahead of Week 14 of the NFL season. Hot stuff Gardner Minshew QB, Jaguars The Stache is back. He...
New law allows Russia to register journalists as foreign agents
MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a bill into law that gives the government the right to register bloggers, journalists and social media users as foreign agents. The...
North Korea says it’s up to US to choose ‘Christmas gift’
North Korea on Tuesday repeated its assertions the Trump administration is running out of time to salvage nuclear negotiations.
'Offensive' Auschwitz-themed skating outfit booted from top-costume contest
The costume, which includes a Star of David and elements of Auschwitz guard uniforms, was worn by Anton Shulepov while he skated to the theme from Schindler's List.
President Trump and Melania land in London ahead of pivotal NATO summit
The president is scheduled to have breakfast with Jens Stoltenberg, the secretary general of NATO, on Tuesday morning.
Marc Staal's readiness doesn't guarantee spot in Rangers lineup
As long as there are no setbacks, Marc Staal expects to be ready to rejoin the Rangers for Thursday night’s game against the Blue Jackets in Columbus. Of course, whether...
Iran state TV says ‘rioters’ shot and killed amid protests over gas prices
It's the first time that authorities have offered any sort of accounting for the violence they used to put down the demonstrations.
Giants have no reason to dust off Eli Manning right now
No need for the Giants to dust off Eli Manning just yet. When Daniel Jones went into the injury tent on the sideline for trainers to get a better look...
NYPD tow truck driver dies after heart attack behind the wheel
An NYPD tow-truck driver died Monday night after he suffered a heart attack while behind the wheel and crashed into a tree in Brooklyn.
RJ Barrett's miserable outing has ironic silver lining
MILWAUKEE — Knicks rookie RJ Barrett had never played a home/road back-to-back with a plane ride in between. He didn’t take to it. In the worst performance of his rookie...
Streaming tight ends could bring you a fantasy football title
You made it. After 13 long, arduous weeks of matchup research, player analysis, waiver claims and head-to-head battles, you have successfully reached the next step towards bringing home that coveted...
Lingering flaw is Rangers' unfortunate reality
So a 10th regulation loss of the season for the Rangers, which is not all that bad considering that the club has played 26 games. But it most assuredly is...
Spencer Dinwiddie's breakout can't save him from Nets demotion
Spencer Dinwiddie’s meteoric rise includes an hourglass. It contains a time limit. No matter how well he plays — and he has been exceptional recently in leading the Nets to...
Things get even worse for Georgetown basketball
Things are going from bad to much worse for Georgetown. The Hoyas, off to a disappointing 4-3 start under coach Patrick Ewing, will be without two of their top scorers...
Mike Bloomberg surges past Kamala Harris in Democratic primary poll
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg jumped ahead of California Senator Kamala Harris just a week into his Presidential campaign.
Suspected killer of UFC star's stepdaughter facing death penalty
Prosecutors will seek the death penalty against Ibraheem Yazeed, who is suspected of murdering Aniah Blanchard, the stepdaughter of UFC heavyweight Walt Harris.
Islanders have their way with lowly Red Wings
DETROIT — With no goals in his first 14 games this season, Jordan Eberle was understandably frustrated. “Ever since the ankle injury, I’ve come back and had a ton of...
Bribery charges dismissed against ex-state Assemblyman Alec Brook-Krasny
He was accused of helping a crooked doctor run a $6.3 million pill mill.