June 10, 2020
Joe Biden says questions about 1994 crime bill are ‘legitimate’
Joe Biden acknowledged Wednesday that questions raised about his support for the 1994 crime bill are “legitimate.” But the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee insisted that people should judge him based...
Man arrested for bringing explosive devices to New York Hospital
A man was arrested for taking three explosive devices to a Long Island hospital Tuesday night, police said. Robert Roden, 33, was first stopped by Stony Brook University police after...
PGA Tour needs to get return right: 'Everyone is watching'
FORT WORTH, Texas — All 148 players who registered for the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club and their caddies were tested for COVID-19 upon arrival, and every one...
Tom Morello responds to fan just realizing Rage Against the Machine is political
Guitarist Tom Morello joined the rest of Twitter in piling on a fan who claimed he no longer liked Rage Against the Machine since they've become political. The fan, Scott...
New Jersey mayor slammed for saying he supports ‘good black people’
A New Jersey mayor apologized on Wednesday after saying at a rally over the weekend that he supports “good black people." Mayor Sal Bonaccorso of Clark Township, was asked by...
How St. John's coach is helping his team fight racial injustice
For days, Mike Anderson couldn’t sleep. The death of George Floyd, following the deaths of Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor, had led to civil unrest in America, protests nationwide in...
Protesters in Virginia behead Confederate monument statues
Protesters in Virginia beheaded four Confederate statues and pulled down another with a tow rope on Wednesday night. Photos and videos posted on Twitter showed a demonstrator taking a sledgehammer...
NYPD investigating allegations cops bloodied Bronx teenager
The NYPD is looking into allegations that officers bloodied a Bronx teenager and took him into custody without ever alerting his family, the mayor said Wednesday night. Mayor Bill de...
Playing with House money: Small investors drive baffling market surge
Move over hedge fund titans, Joe Sixpack is taking over the stock market. The recent rally, which has pushed the Dow up 45 percent from its coronavirus lows, is being...
Newly reopened NYC businesses get creative to peddle wares on sidewalks
Some Big Apple businesses are coming up with creative ways to peddle their wares on sidewalks now that curbside pickup is allowed. The novel selling tactics, first reported by West...
Yankees draft this power-hitting catcher — for second time
For the second time in three years, the Yankees used their first pick in Wednesday evening’s 2020 MLB Draft to take a catcher. With the 28th pick in a draft...
LeBron James launching voting rights nonprofit with other black stars
LeBron James and other star black athletes and entertainers are reportedly launching a new voting rights group to call out disenfranchisement. The new nonprofit, called More Than a Vote, hopes...
Disney to begin reopening California resort in July after coronavirus
Disney announced Wednesday that it will begin a phased reopening of its Southern California resort on July 9 after four months of closure during the coronavirus pandemic. Disney Parks, Experiences...
NYPD cops open fire on suspect who shot at their car in Queens
Police in Queens opened fire on a suspect who shot at their patrol car on Wednesday night, sources said. Nobody was hit by gunfire during the chaotic scene that unfolded...
Judge rules ICE courthouse arrests are illegal in New York
A federal judge on Wednesday ruled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests at courthouses in New York state are illegal. The decision by Judge Jed Rakoff from the Southern District...
A 'Black Lives' pander by Democrats: Devine
Joe Biden’s video address to George Floyd’s funeral was impressive — but only if you just landed from Mars. With maudlin soundtrack and husky voice, the former vice president oozed...
US Soccer repeals rule that banned kneeling during anthem
U.S. Soccer's board of directors has voted to repeal a 2017 policy that required national team players to stand during the national anthem, a rule adopted after Megan Rapinoe kneeled...
PGA Tour stars know sound of silence will be 'a little weird'
FORT WORTH, Texas — Consider this scenario, as presented by Jon Rahm while talking about the bizarre dynamic the PGA Tour players are facing at this week’s Charles Schwab Challenge...
How Keith Hernandez's epic 'Seinfeld' cameo came to be: 'I was petrified'
This week The Post takes a fresh look at the “best of” New York sports history — areas that are just as worthy of debate, but that haven’t been argued...
Mets take star high school outfielder in first round of MLB Draft
Pete Crow-Armstrong’s Houdini-like qualities endeared him to the Mets as much as any of the traditional tools. The 18-year-old center fielder can run, throw and projects as a top-of-the-order hitter,...
Jets defensive star appreciates having direct line to CEO
One C.J. on the Jets appreciated a gesture last week from another C.J. Linebacker C.J. Mosley said team CEO Christopher Johnson gave the players his phone number to call him...
Amazon bans police from using its facial recognition technology for a year
Amazon is banning police from using its facial recognition software for a year after facing pressure during the unrest over the police killing of George Floyd. The tech giant announced...
Wisconsin gym apologizes for offering 'I Can't Breathe' workout
A Wisconsin gym apologized for offering a new workout titled “I Can’t Breathe” -- some of George Floyd’s final words -- with a display showing a man down on one...
Why we should get a lot less food from China
As the United States discovered at the worst possible time, you shouldn’t have your supply chain for critical goods rely on a foreign — and often adversarial — country. Right...
The best quotes of this year's celebrity graduation speeches
"You don’t have to accept the world as it is."
More individual payments, easing of PPP loan rules possible: Mnuchin
US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said on Wednesday he would seriously consider more direct payments to individuals in the next phase of coronavirus rescue legislation, adding that funds should also...
Ending inner-city violence also means dethroning the gangs
Many groups bear responsibility for the recent chaos in American cities: the rioters themselves, police departments and unions that fail to discipline bad cops, politicians who deliberately enflame resentment and...
Coronavirus forces Michelin-starred NYC vegetarian joint to close permanently
The first vegetarian restaurant to receive a Michelin star in New York City has had its reopening plans nixed because of financial strains caused by the coronavirus.
Total Wine & More denied in bid to open Queens store
Efforts by a wine and liquor megastore known for its cut-rate prices to open in College Point, Queens, have been thwarted yet again. On Wednesday, the New York State Liquor...
As lockdowns kill family business, NY leaders don't seem to care
If we can make it here, we can make it anywhere. Inspired by that classic New York mentality, my immigrant parents from Italy and Greece, along with my uncle and...
Top fighter says UFC must get Conor McGregor to unretire
The UFC must find a way to make Conor McGregor reverse his latest retirement, insists Daniel Cormier. The heavyweight, who is also a key part of the organization's broadcasting team,...
Rihanna is paying $415K to spend one month in the Hamptons
The 32-year-old nabbed a five-bedroom waterfront house in the tiny hamlet of North Sea, near Southampton and Water Mill.
Red Sox admit to having racist fans
The Red Sox vowed to crack down on racism at Fenway Park after former All-Star Torii Hunter claimed he was called the N-word there “100 times,” including by “little kids”...
WHO's latest needless screwup
Never mind, World Health Organization officials said Tuesday ... about what it said the day before. At a briefing Monday, Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove, WHO’s head of emerging diseases and...
Some NBA players not sure if restart plan is 'a good idea'
The NBA players' union approved the league's 22-team resumption of the season in Orlando, but safety concerns remain for the players preparing for life in a bubble surrounding Walt Disney...
'Loan sharks' threatened to kidnap customers' kids: NY AG
A trio of shady loan companies headed by a convicted pot kingpin threatened to physically hurt customers and kidnap the kids of delinquent debtors, New York Attorney General Letitia James...
City Hall hands golden parachute to top aide who slams de Blasio on way out
Just nine months after joining City Hall as a senior adviser for strategic planning, Alison Hirsh is leaving — and her friends let Politico know it’s because she’s upset that...
Last of New York's police reforms pass Legislature, await Gov. Cuomo signoff
ALBANY — The state Legislature passed the last pieces of a 10-bill police reform package on Wednesday, the measures awaiting Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s signature to become law. Democrats in the...
Police reformers don't want to discuss the union problem
One of the chief forces protecting bad cops in much of America is their union. Unions exist to protect their members, including the weakest ones. And when a union gains...
Ex-Rangers coach flip flops on controversial national anthem take
Blue Jackets coach John Tortorella, who once threatened to bench any player who refused to stand for the national anthem, said that his views regarding such protests against racial injustice...
Some National Guard members express regret over response to protests
Some National Guard members who responded to uprisings across the country after the police killing of George Floyd have said they regret how the situations were handled, according to a...
Minneapolis police chief once filed racial discrimination lawsuit against boss
The controversial head of the Minneapolis police union -- who called the protests over George Floyd's death a "terrorist movement" -- was once accused of racism in a lawsuit brought...
Belgian prince got coronavirus after breaking quarantine to party in Spain
A Belgian prince has been fined more than $10,000 by the Spanish government for breaking quarantine rules -- after he traveled to the country, went out partying and eventually tested...
Disney fans say Splash Mountain needs update due to racism
Disney fans are hoping one of the most popular rides will get a redo.
New Yorkers fleeing the city struggle with 'survivor's guilt'
“I’ve always laughed at the weak who leave and move to L.A. Am I less of a man now for leaving?”
Grubhub acquired by Dutch food delivery company in $7.3B tie-up
Grubhub on Wednesday was acquired by Dutch food delivery giant Just Eat Takeaway.com. The companies announced in a joint press release that they would merge in a deal valued at...
Tigers take stud first baseman with No. 1 pick in MLB Draft
Spencer Torkelson slugged his way through college, bashing baseballs all around the country with eye-popping power. All those impressive drives made the decision easy for the Detroit Tigers, who selected...
Health Department walks back nursing home test order following Post report
ALBANY — Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s embattled state Health Department plans to partially reverse a controversial mandate ordering nursing home staff to be tested twice a week for the coronavirus, The...
Jas Waters, 'This Is Us' and 'Kidding' writer, dead at 39
“She made an indelible mark on our show," tweeted "This Is Us" showrunner Dan Fogelman.
NYC townhouse finally finds buyer for fraction of original price
29 Beekman Place's wild history includes CBS News' founder, an Iranian princess and bankruptcy court.
Women have very judgmental eggs when it comes to sperm, study finds
Eggs are a woman's best friend when it comes to choosing the best possible match.
One of the ex-cops charged in George Floyd's death, out of jail on bond
One of the four fired Minneapolis police officers charged in George Floyd's death was released from jail on Wednesday after posting $750,000 bond. Thomas Lane, 37, walked out of Hennepin...
Personal information of high-ranking cops leaked online, feds say
High-ranking police officials nationwide -- including members of the NYPD -- have had their personal information posted online amid nationwide unrest over the police killing of George Floyd, the federal...
Anthony Fauci slams WHO over coronavirus transmission claim
Dr. Anthony Fauci blasted the World Health Organization Wednesday, saying an official at the international health agency was dead wrong when she claimed it was "very rare" for an infected...
Domino's reveals nifty pizza microwave hack to prevent sogginess
Domino's has revealed a quick hack for pizza lovers to reheat their slice quickly in the microwave while maintaining some of its crispy texture.
Better look at your social media — chances are you're next to be canceled
A short list of the people, movies, TV shows, CEOs, businesspeople, writers and institutions canceled -- or on the verge of cancellation -- over the past few days: “Gone with...
MTA won't negotiate new union contracts during pandemic
Labor leaders say the MTA is refusing to come to the table for contract negotiations amid the coronavirus pandemic -- denying all workers benefits that were granted to some staffers...
New wave of coronavirus hits Florida, Texas, Arizona after reopenings
A second wave of coronavirus has struck some states weeks after reopening -- with infection rates spiking in Florida, Texas and Arizona, according to a report Wednesday. “There is a...
Pelosi calls for Confederate statues inside Capitol to be removed
WASHINGTON -- Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Wednesday called for almost a dozen statues of Confederate soldiers and leaders displayed in the halls of Capitol Hill to be taken down in...
Philip Ettinger's role on 'I Know This Much Is True' hits close to home
Ettinger, 34, plays teen/college-age identical twins Dominick and Thomas Birdsey in the acclaimed HBO drama starring Mark Ruffalo (as the older brothers).
Legendary publicist Sy Presten retires after 75 years in the biz
The spokesperson for Barbara Corocan and other boldface names is 96 years old.
Progressives politicize COVID and other commentary
From the left: Progressives Politicize COVID-19 Nationwide protests, Thomas Chatterton Williams frets at The Guardian, are “inevitably increasing the chances” of further coronavirus contagion. Yet journalists and experts who two...
New York has another great day versus coronavirus, de Blasio, Cuomo say
New York continues to make giant strides against the coronavirus pandemic with under 3 percent of people testing positive for the virus in the Big Apple and Long Island --...
Brash artist Mark Kostabi rents $14K/month Chelsea townhouse
The critic of the art world, who rakes in $3 million a year, is moving downtown after five years on the Upper East Side.
There will be a 2020 MLB season
Rob Manfred pulled a Joe Namath on Wednesday. With his sport dragged down by an ugly battle over dollars, the Major League Baseball commissioner assured the game’s remaining fans that...
How Facebook helped feds catch a child predator
Facebook once helped the FBI hack one of its user who had been using the social media site to threaten, extort and sexually harass underage girls on the platform. The...
Sexit almost over: UK partially ending boinking ban
The UK's "sex ban" has been lifted for some lonely lovers. British PM Boris Johnson announced Wednesday he would partially lift widely-mocked rules that made it illegal for a person...
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian's old Soho loft finds new buyer
West lived in the giant apartment at 25 West Houston Street from 2004 to 2018.
Youth programs say de Blasio plan to reallocate NYPD funds is nonsense
Mayor Bill de Blasio has vowed to redirect a chunk of the NYPD budget to help city kids at the behest of his wife, but groups that provide summer jobs...
Saturn’s moon Titan drifting away faster than previously thought
Saturn’s moon Titan is a bizarre world covered in lakes of liquid hydrocarbons like methane than exist as gasses here on Earth. It’s incredibly cold there, but deep within the...
NASCAR has banned the Confederate flag
NASCAR responded in record time. Just one day after driver Bubba Wallace advocated for banning Confederate flags at NASCAR races, the company announced it would no longer permit the symbol...
Trump plans comeback from coronavirus with rally in Tulsa
President Trump says he plans to host his first campaign rally since the start of the coronavirus pandemic in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Trump told reporters at the White House on Wednesday...
Dubai Airport debuts pandemic-friendly concierge shopping service
No contact? No problem. Dubai International Airport (DXB), famed as the world’s busiest air hub for international travel, has debuted a concierge shopping service to decrease physical contact amid the...
NYC lawmakers eyeing NYPD dissolution as one answer to 'defund' protests
Top city lawmakers are looking at chipping away at the New York Police Department's contact with civilians by cleaving off its school safety and parking enforcement divisions, moves that would...
De Blasio praises repeal of law shielding cop disciplinary records
"The fact that this has happened is seismic," de Blasio said from City Hall in a virtual press briefing. "It will open the doors to tremendous transparency, and I think...
White supremacists and racist terrorists pose greatest risk of violence, FBI warns
The bulletin -- which was sent to local law enforcement by the FBI, Department of Homeland Security and National Counterterrorism Center and reported by ABC News -- warns of threats...
Russian nuclear-capable bombers intercepted by NORAD off of Alaska
US jets intercepted two formations of Russian nuclear-capable bombers near Alaska early Wednesday, according to the North American Aerospace Defense Command. The first wave included five aircraft, among them two...
Burundi's president may be first world leader to die of COVID-19
Burundi's President Pierre Nkurunziza has died after a suspected bout with the coronavirus -- which would make him the first world leader to succumb to the pandemic, according to a...
Black tech workers hope nationwide protests will force industry to be more inclusive
With the country entering its third week of protests over social and racial justice, the spotlight has been cast again on the state of blacks in the workforce — in...
Bruce Arians is prepared to 'quarantine a quarterback' to protect Buccaneers
As the logistics of an eventual return to sports continue to be ironed out by the various leagues' brass, Bruce Arians is exploring all options to ensure his team's health...
'Doomsday' mom Lori Vallow's kids have finally been found
The search for doomsday-obsessed Lori Vallow’s two kids is over, a report said Wednesday. Two sets of human remains found at Vallow’s husband’s Idaho property were those of 7-year-old Joshua...
J.K. Rowling defends controversial trans comments in lengthy essay
The “Harry Potter” author has thrown herself into the goblet of fire once again.
New Yorkers now consider waiting in line a joyful pandemic pastime
“I can’t sit still anymore, and I want to be somewhere bumping. This is as bumping as it gets.”
Italy could be nearing 'herd immunity' from coronavirus
Italy could be nearing herd immunity as more than half of residents tested in its worst-hit province have coronavirus antibodies. Bergamo, in the country's northern region, has recorded that 57...
Brooks Koepka considers Ryder Cup boycott without fans
FORT WORTH, Texas — Brooks Koepka, the No. 2 ranked player in the world, revealed that he’d consider sitting out the Ryder Cup if it’s played without spectators. Koepka, who...
School teacher apologizes for threatening to kill mom, child at protest
A California elementary school teacher apologized after video showed her threatening to kill a mom and daughter leaving a protest, according to a report. Carrie Maxwell, a second-grade teacher at...
Woman attacked and killed by her pit bull during walk in Canada
A Canadian woman was killed when her pit bull mauled her during a walk -- after she'd left an even more dangerous dog at home, according to reports. The unidentified...
8 personalized Father’s Day gifts dad is sure to love
If you're looking for unique, memorable ideas for how to celebrate dad, consider something customizable.
Albany approves de Blasio's terrorist-backing MTA board appointee
State senators on Wednesday rubber-stamped the controversial appointment of city Department for the Aging Commissioner Lorraine Cortes-Vazquez to the MTA board. Mayor Bill de Blasio's nomination of Cortes-Vazquez -- who...
Tyson Fury-Anthony Joshua mega-fight is really close to reality
Heavyweight boxing could have a unified champion for the first time in more than two decades. Lineal and WBC champion Tyson Fury has agreed in principle to a two-fight deal...
UN warns 'food systems are failing' amid coronavirus pandemic
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres said Tuesday that nearly 50 million more people are expected to enter “extreme poverty” due to the coronavirus pandemic, which has also impacted global food...
NYPD should retain control over school safety, union chief says
Teamsters Local 237 President Greg Floyd said recent calls to put the city's 5,036 unarmed safety agents under the authority of the Department of Education amounted to a recipe for...
Texas baby found dead in submerged car, father arrested
A 3-month-old Texas girl was found dead in a submerged car -- and her father was arrested in connection with the tragedy, according to a report. Lyrik Aliyana Brown's body...
NFL team moves controversial statue amid George Floyd protests
Another statue is coming down -- though the Carolina Panthers got to this one before any protesters could. The NFL team announced Wednesday it was moving the statue of its...
Italian woman makes 90 stuffed olives while undergoing brain surgery
She cooked up Italian food to protect her noodle! A 60-year-old woman from the country's Marche region prepared dozens of delicious stuffed olives while undergoing brain surgery -- to reduce...
Loretta Lynch tapped to assist state attorney general's NYPD probe
The New York attorney general has enlisted former US Attorney General Loretta Lynch to help probe violent clashes between the NYPD and George Floyd protesters, the office announced Wednesday. "The...
Trump opposes renaming US military bases named after Confederate leaders
President Trump came out Wednesday in opposition to renaming US bases named after Confederate military leaders, saying they are part of the "Great American Heritage." "It has been suggested that...
Celebrities who got fired from their TV shows for alleged racism
Here are the actors and personalities, past and present, who have been booted from their sets because of their racist behavior.
Zion Williamson's former agent trying to erase his Duke season
Zion Williamson's former agent is seemingly trying to erase his unforgettable year at Duke from history. Gina Ford, who claims the Pelicans rookie superstar owes her $100 million for breaking...
Letitia James investigates company skipping out on bulk PPE orders
An Erie County business is taking pricey bulk orders for coronavirus personal protective equipment that it never delivers on, the New York Attorney General's office is charging. AG Letitia James...
MLB player says Yankees fans called him the N-word
Cleveland Indians outfielder Delino DeShields Jr. alleged that two fans at Yankee Stadium directed a racial slur toward him during his rookie season. DeShields was in left field with the...
Ants ravage lone wasp in brutal attack video
Look who's having wasp for dinner tonight. A group of ants was filmed attacking an unlucky wasp in Cardiff, UK. The brutal video, recorded by nature photographer Ewan Wilson, shows...
Fed officials see no interest rate increases through 2022
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday signaled years of extraordinary support for an economy facing a torturous slog back from the coronavirus pandemic, with policymakers projecting a 6.5 percent decline in...
Jordan Spieth tried saving his career when the world stopped
FORT WORTH, Texas — Maybe it’s taken a three-month pandemic pause to tournament play and -- a home game as the sport returns to competition -- to lift Jordan Spieth...
House Republicans urge Trump not to pull US troops from Germany
GOP members of the House Armed Services Committee are putting up a united front in an effort to convince President Trump to not go through with his plan to withdraw...
'A season in hell with the Rangers'
The return of the hockey season is on the horizon. Ron Duguay opens up the latest episode of the "Up In The Blue Seats" podcast talking about the Rangers returning...
Orange County health official resigns amid pushback over face mask order
The chief health officer in Orange County, Calif., resigned this week after receiving pushback — and even death threats — over her mandate that everyone in the county wear face...
Archaeologists tease possible breakthrough in mystery of Cleopatra's tomb
One of history's most famous love stories may finally be getting its ending -- after more than 2,000 years. Archaeologists have teased a key breakthrough in finding Egyptian Queen Cleopatra's...
White House wants Bolton's book delayed over national security concerns
The New York Times reported Wednesday that Bolton told friends he believed he had made sufficient changes to address national security concerns, and that the Trump administration was using the...
Three kids — ages 6, 8 and 12 — busted after being extremely cruel to their school
Oklahoma authorities say three kids broke into a school and trashed the building, leaving more than $50,000 in damages. Police said Monday the children, ages 6, 8, and 12, broke...
NFL considering big change to widely loathed preseason
Everyone is hankering for real, live NFL football and salivating at the thought of the season kicking off as scheduled in September. Fans are almost universally in agreement in their...
Portland mayor approves 'bereavement leave' for city employees
The mayor of Portland, Oregon, is giving all city employees a week of "bereavement leave" after protests over police brutality and racism gripped the city for more than a week....
How swarms of autonomous insect robots could help explore other planets
Swarms of robotic insects could someday help us explore other planetary realms. A researcher at California State University, Northridge mechanical engineering professor Nhut Ho, has been awarded a $538,000 grant...
Democrats walk fine line between reforms and angering police unions
Democrats, walking a fine political line between their efforts to overhaul policing after George Floyd's death in Minneapolis and their support for public sector unions, shelved a bill that would...
Amazon pulls children's T-shirt depicting George Floyd’s death after outrage
It was hyped as "state of the art" and "great for casual" occasions.
Gov. Cuomo unveils gleaming new arrivals terminal at LaGuardia Airport
From "third world" to state of the art. Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday unveiled the newly opened arrivals and departures terminal at LaGuardia Airport during his daily coronavirus briefing. “LaGuardia...
103-year-old Belgian walking marathon to raise funds for coronavirus research
ROTSELAAR, Belgium - A 103-year-old Belgian doctor is walking a marathon around his garden in daily stages to raise money for research into the new coronavirus, inspired by a centenarian...
US dollar sinks to three-month low
The dollar dropped to a three-month low on Wednesday as speculation increased that the Federal Reserve will announce later in the session it intends to keep the recent rise in...
Legendary NYC high school football coach dead at 77
Dennis Barrett, one of the winningest high school football coaches in New York City history who inspired his Monsignor Farrell players to literally run through walls for him, died Monday...
No protesters have been arrested since NYC curfew lifted
The NYPD has recorded zero arrests during the George Floyd protests since the mayor lifted the citywide curfew Sunday, police said. Mayor Bill de Blasio ended the citywide curfew on...
Mike Pompeo rips HSBC for cozying up to China
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo lashed out at British bank HSBC for backing the Chinese Communist Party's efforts to crack down on Hong Kong's autonomy. In a Tuesday statement, Pompeo...
Scientists condemn racism in #StrikeforBlackLives action worldwide
Thousands of people in the scientific community are planning a #StrikeforBlackLives on Wednesday as part of the ongoing global protests against racism and police brutality sparked in part by the...
Carmelo Anthony: High school phenom can 'change history' by going to an HBCU
Carmelo Anthony had one of the best freshman seasons in college basketball history, but the former Syracuse star hopes Mikey Williams' first year on campus makes an even greater impact....
Boy's remains found on property of 'Doomsday cult' mom's hubby
Kay Woodcock, the grandmother of Joshua "JJ" Vallow, 7, confirmed that the remains were his, Fox 10 Phoenix reporter Justin Lum tweeted.
UK company creates cardboard box for the post-coronavirus office
WELLINGBOROUGH, England - Want to get back to work? Put your staff in a cardboard box. That is the advice of a British company making social distancing screens from recycled...
Ex-judge urges court to sentence Michael Flynn despite DOJ bid to drop case
A former judge appointed to oppose the Justice Department's request to drop its case against Michael Flynn urged sentencing to move ahead in a court filing Wednesday, arguing the government's...
UCLA professor suspended after refusing leniency for black students
A professor at the University of California, Los Angeles, says he was suspended from his job after refusing a student's request to effectively cancel final exams for black students amid...
McConnell accuses NY Times of 'lying' amid Cotton op-ed criticism
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Wednesday accused the New York Times of lying about GOP Sen. Tom Cotton's op-ed about the George Floyd protests and said the newspaper collapsed...
The best Father’s Day gift baskets you can order online
Father's Day is June 21 and we know you're likely looking for the perfect gift. And no one is more deserving than the dedicated fathers who teach, guide and inspire...
WTA star rips Novak Djokovic over his U.S. Open 'entourage' whining
Novak Djokovic can afford to skip the U.S. Open. The world's top-ranked player doesn't need to work another day in his life. But no other tennis player in the world...
Huge mall deal collapses as coronavirus cripples retail
The nation’s biggest mall owner is backing out of a $3.6 billion deal to buy a major rival as the coronavirus pandemic shakes the retail industry. It is the second...
Sister of officer killed in Oakland riots condemns George Floyd killing
The sister of a Federal Protective Services officer killed during riots in Oakland earlier this month decried his death in testimony before a congressional committee Wednesday — but also forcefully...
Las Vegas cop shot in head at protest may spend life on ventilator
Officer Shay Mikalonis, 29, was shot on June 1 during a Las Vegas Strip protest in the wake of Floyd’s May 25 death in Minneapolis. Cops were trying to take...
The John Calipari Knicks whispers won't go away
The John Calipari to Knicks theories abound. Some league sources have suggested never to count out Calipari when Leon Rose, the new Knicks president, and William Wesley, unofficial team advisor,...
New York Philharmonic cancels fall season due to the coronavirus
The decision was made to ensure the safety of both fans and artists.
Senior citizens reveal what they miss most about life before coronavirus
Half of Americans 65 and over confessed to missing the physical intimacy of hugs during COVID-19, a new survey revealed. Fifty-seven percent are eagerly awaiting the chance to embrace a...
Second wave of coronavirus could cripple economic recovery, group warns
A second round of coronavirus infections could cripple the global economy's recovery from the worst recession in nearly a century, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development said Wednesday. The...
Bernie Sanders doesn't support defunding police, wants to pay cops more
Sen. Bernie Sanders isn't joining the "defund the police" movement in the wake of George Floyd's death. In a new interview with The New Yorker, Sanders (I-Vt.) was questioned about...
Coronavirus leaves diamond miners with stockpiles worth billions
Diamond miners have reportedly piled up billions of dollars worth of gems they have struggled to sell as the coronavirus crisis locked down the industry. The five largest diamond producers...
Minneapolis police chief breaks off union talks after George Floyd's death
Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo said he's pulling out of contract negotiations with the city's police union, adding the department needs "transformational" reform and more authority to deal with rogue...
VA says it lacks adequate medical gear for another coronavirus wave
WASHINGTON — The Veterans Affairs Department on Tuesday defended itself against criticism of past shortages of masks and other medical gear to protect employees from the coronavirus but acknowledged its...
Kayleigh McEnany defends Trump's ‘ANTIFA provocateur' tweet
White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany said Wednesday that President Trump was "raising questions" when he tweeted an unsubstantiated claim that the elderly man shoved by Buffalo police officers may...
Louisiana cops brutally beat man who later died in custody: report
Police officers in Louisiana were captured on video repeatedly punching, kicking and tasing a man who later died in their custody, according to newly released footage. In the clip obtained...
This tattoo artist keeps an eye out for signs of skin cancer on customers
PHOENIX – Tattoos have a variety of meanings for many people – from honoring life events to celebrating favorite things or just to look really cool. For Joshua Gargalione, owner...
NJ fisherman describes whale capsizing his boat: 'It's going to land on us'
The New Jersey fisherman whose boat was capsized by a whale off the Jersey Shore has spoken out about his brush with the mammoth marine mammal.
Goldman Sachs will invest $10M to fight racial injustice
Goldman Sachs said on Wednesday it had launched a $10 million fund to support the work of organizations addressing racial injustice, structural inequity and economic disparity. The bank will match...
Players Coalition pushing to end qualified immunity
A handful of current New York athletes are among the 1,400-plus players, coaches and front office personnel to sign a letter from the Players Coalition asking congress to pass a...
Runaway buffalo rams woman holding a baby
Where the buffalo ram? A woman was injured in this surprise animal attack in Heyuan, China, after a buffalo escaped a slaughterhouse. Watch the shocking moment, captured on surveillance video,...
Christopher Columbus statue beheaded in Boston
A Christopher Columbus statue in Boston's North End was beheaded overnight -- the latest monument to be toppled or vandalized amid protests over the death of George Floyd. The headless...
Cop tried to reach plea deal before arrest in George Floyd case
Derek Chauvin — the officer filmed with his knee on George Floyd's neck — was considering a possible plea deal with prosecutors before his arrest.
Louisville man David McAtee fatally shot by National Guard, police say
David McAtee, 31, was shot at his barbecue restaurant in Louisville on May 31 when police and National Guard members responded to a large crowd gathered at the location, which...
Pompeo vows probe into abuse of foreign journalists by US authorities
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday that the State Department will investigate complaints about foreign journalists being abused by US authorities during protests against the killing of George Floyd...
EU says Facebook, Twitter, Google should report monthly on fake news fight
BRUSSELS - Facebook, Google and Twitter should provide monthly reports on their fight against disinformation, two senior EU officials said on Wednesday as they called out Russia and China for...
Top cop says research shows officers shoot fewer black people 'than we ought to'
Tulsa Police Department Maj. Travis Yates made the startling remarks Monday during a podcast with talk radio host Pat Campbell, Public Radio Tulsa reports.
Rudy Giuliani slams campaign to boot NYPD from schools
Rudy Giuliani -- who put cops in New York City’s public schools as mayor -- slammed a growing campaign to boot the NYPD from its role overseeing school safety following...
Former Yankees and Mets outfielder dead at 65
The last two managers Claudell Washington played for remembered the two-time Yankees outfielder the same way on Wednesday, the day he died at 65. Washington battled illness for several years,...
Ex-'Officer of the Month' busted after video shows him roughing up man in hospital
A Florida cop resigned from the force and faces criminal charges after video emerged of him slapping and punching a drunk man, according to a new report. Fort Pierce Police...
Grammy Awards drop ‘urban’ in Recording Academy language
It's part of the latest round of annual changes to its rules and guidelines, the Recording Academy announced Wednesday.
Rob Manfred needs to change the conversation in MLB battle: Sherman
"If you don't like what is being said, then change the conversation." – Don Draper The baseball season has been in the hands of Mad Men. The negotiators on both...
Dutch food-ordering company close to buying Grubhub
European food ordering firm Just Eat Takeaway.com said on Wednesday it was in advanced talks to buy Grubhub in an all-stock deal. Grubhub was also approached by ride-hailing firm Uber...
Learn the ins and outs of digital advertising with these online classes
If you took an advertiser from 10 years ago, put them in a time machine and transported them to today, it’s safe to say they would have zero clue how...
Inside the world of 'Sock Girl': Golfer-turned-social media star
Add Isabelle Shee's name to the ever-growing list of athletes-turned-influencers. Known as "Sock Girl" to her 128,000 Instagram followers, Shee said her social media journey began four years ago, around...
This UV-C wand kills 99.9 percent of bacteria in just seconds
Do you know what’s lurking inside your cleaning supplies? According to the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) investigation into more than 2,000 cleaning supplies, it found that many contain substances linked...
Reddit taps Y Combinator's Michael Seibel to replace Alexis Ohanian
Reddit tapped Y Combinator boss Michael Seibel to join the company's board Wednesday after co-founder Alexis Ohanian stepped down to make way for a black person. The shakeup comes amid...
Hulu shifts ‘Love, Victor’ and ‘Taste the Nation’ premieres from Juneteenth
The "Love, Simon" offshoot will debut June 17; new docu-series "Taste the Nation" with Padma Lakshmi will be released June 18.
Legal brawl gets ugly between Hollywood producers Roy Lee, John Powers Middleton
John Powers Middleton filed a fresh batch of legal papers on Wednesday against his estranged business partner Roy Lee.
Lawmakers ask why US government drone monitored Minneapolis protests
House Democrats are pressing the Department of Homeland Security to explain why it used a drone typically deployed to monitor the border for criminal activity to surveil protesters at a...
North Korea accused of making millions by secretly selling sand
North Korea has been accused of raking in millions by selling sand despite the scheme violating international laws, according to a report. "This is one of the most unique cases...
Arch Manning is growing into his prodigious legacy
Like many rising high school sophomores, 15-year-old Arch Manning had a growth spurt this summer. But Arch -- a product of football royalty as Archie Manning's grandson and namesake --...
Republicans moving convention from Charlotte to Jacksonville: report
Republican National Committee leaders have tentatively opted to go with Jacksonville, Florida, as the new host for the party's August convention, according to a report. RNC aides are "scrambling" to...
George Floyd's daughter to get full scholarship to Texas Southern University
George Floyd's 6-year-old daughter will get a full ride at Texas Southern University after she graduates from high school, the school announced this week. The historically black university in Floyd's...
Starbucks to fast-track pickup-only stores amid $3.2 billion loss
Starbucks just announced that the pandemic will cost it up to $3.2 billion in sales in the quarter ending June 28. Its shares slid by more than 4 percent on...
Biden should stay in basement for rest of 2020 campaign: prominent Dem
Terry McAuliffe, prominent Democrat and Joe Biden supporter, told a meeting of Virginia Democrats that the former vice president should remain in his Delaware home's basement for the duration of...
Brazil restores detailed coronavirus data after court ruling
BRASILIA/SAO PAULO - Brazil on Tuesday restored detailed COVID-19 data to its official national website following controversy over the removal of cumulative totals and a ruling by a Supreme Court...
'Crazy' customer will be world's richest man if he wins Apple lawsuit
This unsatisfied customer wants a big slice of the Apple pie — and claims a Genius Bar employee questioned his mental stability.
Netflix launches Black Lives Matter collection of films, shows
The catalog will include Spike Lee’s new movie "Da 5 Bloods," Ava DuVernay’s "13th," "When They See Us," "Mudbound," "Orange Is The New Black" and Oscar-winner "Moonlight."
Woman allegedly ran over Philly cop during George Floyd protest
A Philadelphia woman fleeing the scene of looting in the wake of protests for George Floyd’s police-involved death allegedly ran over a police officer.
Tesla is now more valuable than Toyota as stock tops $1,000
Tesla’s stock surged above $1,000 on Wednesday — propelling the Elon Musk-led auto company above Toyota to become the world’s valuable automaker. Shares of the electric car marker, which have...
Baby names website makes chilling statement for Black Lives Matter
"Each one of these names was somebody's baby," the homepage reads.
Motorcycle taxis in Indonesia's capital get backpack shields for coronavirus protection
JAKARTA - Jakarta’s motorcycle taxi drivers have a new weapon in the battle against the coronavirus - a plastic shield they can strap on backpack-style to isolate them from passengers....
Great white sharks seem to avoid the surface until they grow up
When you hear the name “great white shark” it probably conjures images of Jaws chomping on surfboards and wreaking havoc on coastal communities. While it’s true that great white shark...
Two men claim hospital switched them at birth — nearly 80 years ago
Two men discovered they were switched at birth in a West Virginia hospital nearly 80 years ago, a devastating mix-up that caused "a lifetime of consequences," according to their new...
NYC health officials offer bizarre sex guidance to get your COVID-19 kink on
City health officials issued updated guidance Monday on how to practice safe sex during the coronavirus pandemic -- suggesting New Yorkers kiss boring bedroom behavior goodbye.
Sammy Sosa is gently pushing for Cubs forgiveness
Say it ain't Sosa. Sammy Sosa is holding out hope for a future Cubs reunion, despite the outfielder not being welcomed back since the club traded him in 2005. "I...
George Floyd's brother addresses Congress on police reforms
The brother of George Floyd, the unarmed black man killed by a white Minneapolis cop, pleaded with congressional lawmakers Wednesday to enact sweeping restrictions on the use of force by...
Brother helps sister in wheelchair do a slam dunk
Watch out, LeBron and Dwyane. This basketball-playing duo might have them beat. A brother in Plymouth, Massachusetts, helped his sister dunk a ball — by tilting the basketball hoop down...
MLS' complicated return begins next month
Major League Soccer is coming back from the coronavirus pandemic with a World Cup-style tournament. After avoiding the threat of a lockout, MLS announced Wednesday it will begin playing again...
Teen fell into coma after having bubble tea twice a day for a month
A Chinese teen fell into a diabetic coma after she developed a habit of guzzling two bubble tea drinks every day, according to a report. The 18-year-old Shanghai girl drank...
George Floyd’s funeral featured photo of ex-Jets player during montage
George Floyd's funeral mistakenly featured a photo of the wrong man during a montage celebrating his life -- showing a living ex-New York Jets player with the same name. Former...
Matt Harvey's last chance could be near
The Mets may not be involved, but the interest in Matt Harvey appears to be gaining international momentum. Teams in the Korea Baseball Organization and Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball are...
Hearst names first black editor of Harper's Bazaar
Samira Nasr will become the first black woman to head a major fashion title after Hearst named her new editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar on Tuesday. As The Post first reported...
Harvard chairman indicted for lying about $1.5M Chinese research scheme
The chairman of Harvard University's chemistry department was indicted on charges he lied to US government officials about his work for a Chinese technology school while receiving federal research funds,...
'Hateful' white men mock George Floyd's death at NJ protests
A New Jersey corrections officer was among those in a "hateful" group of white men who mocked the knee-on-the-neck police-custody death of George Floyd as protesters marched past, according to...
Russia's space chief complains that Americans joke too much about Russia's space program
MOSCOW - Americans should show more respect for Russia’s space program after relying on it for nine years as the only way to send US astronauts into orbit, the head...
Missouri cop suspended over 'reckless' George Floyd posts on Facebook
A Missouri cop could lose his job over “reckless and inappropriate” Facebook posts about the police-involved death of George Floyd, prosecutors said. The suspended officer in Hillsdale, a suburb of...
Los Angeles official who proposed police cuts ends her LAPD detail
Los Angeles City Council President Nury Martinez -- who proposed a $150 million cut from LAPD’s budget -- ended her own 24/7 security detail provided by the department after being...
New guidelines on cancer prevention say you should cut out alcohol completely
The American Cancer Society (ACS) on Tuesday made a major change to its guidelines on cancer reduction and prevention, now saying it’s best to cut alcohol completely out of one’s...
Biden 'absolutely' believes systemic racism exists in law enforcement
Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden said there is "absolutely" systemic racism in law enforcement, arguing that he believes the problem exists "across the board." Speaking during an interview Tuesday night...
Golfing legend gets $5 million and his name back after lawsuit with son
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Hall of Fame golfer Gary Player will get $5 million and the rights to his name and likeness back from a company operated by one...
Mayor de Blasio holds a press briefing
Mayor Bill de Blasio gives an update on New York City's reopening and coronavirus response.
The magical feeling around David Cone's perfect game
Before the first pitch was delivered, Don Larsen and Yogi Berra recreated their magical October moment on the Yankee Stadium mound. Then the two Yankee legends watched David Cone author...
Trump wants police reform bill 'sooner rather than later': White House
White House chief of staff Mark Meadows said President Trump wants police reform legislation "sooner than later" as he and other administration officials trekked to Capitol Hill for discussions with...
MTV cancels 'Teen Mom' special, cuts ties with cast member over racist tweets
They're the latest examples of TV networks purging cast members in light of the Black Lives Matter movement.
Tinder users claim they were banned for promoting Black Lives Matter on profiles
Is Tinder swiping left on civil rights?
Tesla ready to start 'volume production' on semi truck, Musk says
Tesla shares spiked more than 5 percent in early morning trading Wednesday after Elon Musk signaled that he's gearing up for mass production of his hotly-anticipated semi truck. Musk said...
Minneapolis manufacturer leaving city after factory burned in riots
A Minneapolis manufacturing firm reportedly plans to leave the city after its factory burned in riots sparked by the police custody death of George Floyd. The owner of 7-Sigma Inc....
Coachella 2020 canceled after massive staff cuts to parent company
All hope of a 2020 fest has been laid to rest.
Sports media mailbag: Kneeling players and the NFL ratings myth
You ask, we answer. The Post is fielding questions from readers about New York’s biggest pro sports teams and getting our beat writers & columnists to answer them in a...
Lionel Richie movie musical in development at Disney
The live-action project is tentatively titled "All Night Long" and will feature his greatest hits.
‘Doomsday cult’ mom's husband hit with felony charges
The husband of "Doomsday mom" Lori Vallow will appear in court Wednesday -- a day after human remains were found at his home in Idaho.
6-year-old kept in a closet for a month died weighing 18 pounds
A 6-year-old boy who was locked in a closet and deprived of food weighed just 18 pounds when he died in March, an autopsy has found. Deshaun Martinez's parents, Elizabeth...
Early clues of the Miracle Mets can be found in protests
The bus was warmed up and humming, the players eager to savor the flight from Chicago to San Francisco that awaited them after sweeping the Cubs. This was late in...
Roger Federer suffers injury 'setback'
LONDON — Roger Federer will miss whatever remains of the coronavirus-impacted 2020 tennis season because of a setback in his recovery from surgery on his right knee. The 20-time Grand...
Female corrections officer accused of having sex with inmate
A corrections officer at an Idaho prison had sex with an inmate -- and gave him raunchy photographs to remember her by, authorities said. Miranda Ackerman, 29, is facing charges...
Realtor axed for using photo of burning NYPD vehicle to sell homes
A Corcoran realtor has been fired for trying to lure Big Apple home buyers to Florida -- by using a photo of an NYPD van in flames during the recent...
Brother of Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. slashed in dispute
The brother of Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. was slashed in the back of the head during an argument with an employee this week.
Seattle protesters march on city hall to demand mayor's resignation
Hundreds of protesters swarmed city hall in Seattle Tuesday night to demand Mayor Jenny Durkan's resignation.
How to wash a face mask properly — and when to throw it away
"With coronavirus, our new existence for the foreseeable future will involve wearing masks," Dr. Rita Linkner tells The Post.
Five players to watch in abridged 2020 MLB Draft
Here are players to watch in Wednesday's shortened five-round MLB draft: Spencer Torkelson, 1B, Arizona State The righty hitter is widely projected to go first, to the Tigers. A California...
Coronavirus vaccine candidates to begin final round of testing this summer
The feds plan to start the final round of trials for three potential coronavirus vaccines this summer. Tens of thousands of people are expected to participate in the phase 3...
Central Park 'Karen' 'pulled the pin on the race grenade': Christian Cooper
Central Park "Karen" "pulled the pin on the race grenade" when she called the cops on black birdwatcher Christian Cooper, he said in a new interview. "She was going to...
Here are the female contenders for Joe Biden's VP slot
Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden's search for a running mate has been kept largely under wraps, but dozens of women appear to be under consideration for the coveted slot. Other...
Florida porn actor thrusts himself into spotlight with campaign for local office
A Florida porn star is switching gears and running for a local office. Juan Melecio, who is openly gay, filed paperwork Monday for a shot at a commission seat in...
HBO Max temporarily removes 'Gone With the Wind' over 'racist depictions'
UPDATE: An HBO Max spokesperson says “Gone With the Wind” will eventually return to the platform with a discussion about its historical context and a denouncement of its racist depictions....
Christopher Columbus statue toppled, thrown into lake at Virginia protest
A statue of Christopher Columbus was torn down and tossed into the water at a park in Virginia on Tuesday night, reports said. About 1,000 protesters gathered at Byrd Park...
Super Bowl champion Jet dies at age 81
Paul “Rocky” Rochester, a defensive lineman on the New York Jets' Super Bowl-winning team in 1969, has died. He was 81. The team announced Rochester's death on its website Tuesday,...
Floyd, Chauvin 'bumped heads' at nightclub job, co-worker says
George Floyd and Derek Chauvin reportedly “bumped heads” while working security together at a nightclub years before their fatal encounter. A one-time co-worker at El Nuevo Rodeo on Lake Street...
Unbeaten champion dominates as boxing returns to Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS — Shakur Stevenson ended the most unusual week of his boxing life with his usual dominance in another victory. Stevenson stopped Felix Caraballo with a body-punch knockdown in...
New suspects sought in relation to Minneapolis protest fires
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), along with other law enforcement officials in Minneapolis, released photos Tuesday of several people suspected of being involved in arson attacks...
First major sport is about to allow some fans back
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — NASCAR is set to allow fans back at the track for races this month at Homestead-Miami Speedway and Talladega Superspeedway. NASCAR will allow up to 1,000...
Inside Georgia's terrible, horrible, no good, very bad election day
Voters endured heat, pouring rain and waits as long as five hours on Tuesday to cast ballots in Georgia, demonstrating a fierce desire to participate in the democratic process while...
Judge temporarily blocks Virginia's removal of Gen. Robert E. Lee statue
A judge in Richmond has issued an injunction blocking Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam from removing a controversial statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee. The order will prevent the statue's...
Reggie Bush-USC reunion likely will soon take place
Reggie Bush ban from being associated with USC is about to end. After 10 years, the Trojans running back’s disassociation from the university is expected to be expire soon, according...